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Rebel Heart

Madonna · 2015

55 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B · electronic · folk

A vibrant blend of pop, dance, and electronic elements reflecting resilience and self-empowerment.

Why this album works

Best for
steady flow with uplifting themes empowering anthems for self-expression danceable beats for celebration
Context
By the time 'Rebel Heart' was released in 2015, Madonna was navigating her career's later phase, following her previous album 'MDNA' (2012). This album represented a return to form for Madonna, embracing both contemporary sounds and her established musical identity while addressing themes of love, loss, and empowerment.
If you like
contemporary R&B, electronic, folk

Rebel Heart is an album by Madonna, released in 2015. A vibrant blend of pop, dance, and electronic elements reflecting resilience and self-empowerment. 'Rebel Heart' debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and was notable for its critical reception, with several tracks hitting the top of the dance charts. The album's release was also marked by controversy over leaked demos, which influenced how artists approached album rollouts in the digital age. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rebel Heart sound like?

A vibrant blend of pop, dance, and electronic elements reflecting resilience and self-empowerment. Rooted in contemporary R&B and electronic.

What makes Rebel Heart by Madonna notable?

'Rebel Heart' debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and was notable for its critical reception, with several tracks hitting the top of the dance charts. The album's release was also marked by controversy over leaked demos, which influenced how artists approached album rollouts in the digital age. By the time 'Rebel Heart' was released in 2015, Madonna was navigating her career's later phase, following her previous album 'MDNA' (2012). This album represented a return to form for Madonna, embracing both contemporary sounds and her established musical identity while addressing themes of love, loss, and empowerment.

Who is Rebel Heart for?

Rebel Heart works well if you're into steady flow with uplifting themes, empowering anthems for self-expression and danceable beats for celebration.

How many songs are on Rebel Heart?

Rebel Heart has 14 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Tracklist

14 tracks·55:06

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Living for Love Standout 3:38
  • 2 Devil Pray 4:05
  • 3 Ghosttown Standout 4:08
  • 4 Unapologetic Bitch 3:50
  • 5 Illuminati 3:43
  • 6 Bitch I’m Madonna Standout 3:47
  • 7 Hold Tight 3:37
  • 8 Joan of Arc 4:01
  • 9 Iconic 4:33
  • 10 HeartBreakCity 3:33
  • 11 Body Shop 3:39
  • 12 Holy Water 4:09
  • 13 Inside Out 4:23
  • 14 Wash All Over Me 4:00

Release Date

March 6, 2015

Genre

contemporary R&B

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

55 min 6 sec