Today In Madonna History
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Today In Madonna History
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A daily look back at #Madonna history over the Queen of Pop’s 40+ year career
On May 16, 1988, Spotlight reached number 3 on Japan’s Oricon International Singles Chart. Released exclusively in Japan as the lead single from her remix album You Can Dance, the track gained additional popularity when featured in a Japanese Mitsubishi VCR commercial.
May 16, 2025 at 7:44 AM
Madonna’s perfect response
May 3, 2025 at 1:17 AM
On March 24, 1984, Borderline debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 at #79. The synth-pop ballad from her debut album would climb to #10, becoming her first-ever U.S. Top 10 hit. Borderline proved #Madonna was more than a one-hit wonder—and marked the true beginning of her pop domination.
March 24, 2025 at 5:37 AM
On March 23, 1985, Material Girl peaked at #2 on the Hot 100.

One of #Madonna’s most iconic hits, thanks to its catchy hook, music video and clever commentary on fame and fortune, it helped define Madonna’s early image and sparked conversations about gender, power, and materialism in pop culture.
March 23, 2025 at 2:31 AM