Statements (462)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:album
gptkb:single gptkb:song |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Marian_title
gptkb:Lena_Philipsson |
| gptkbp:addresses |
themes of faith
themes of race themes of sexuality |
| gptkbp:album |
gptkb:Like_a_Prayer
gptkb:album gptkb:Express_Yourself gptkb:battle Cherish Keep It Together Dear Jessie |
| gptkbp:allows |
Controversial for religious imagery
Faced backlash for its provocative content |
| gptkbp:artist |
gptkb:Marian_title
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| gptkbp:artistic_influence |
gptkb:political_movement
gptkb:battle influential song iconic chorus Madonna's fashion choices Inspired fashion trends in the late 80s |
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:philosopher
social commentary spiritual themes female empowerment artistic freedom pop culture references identity politics cultural debates music industry changes Madonna's career Madonna's image evolution |
| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:MTV_Video_Music_Award_for_Best_Art_Direction
gptkb:award gptkb:Grammy_nominations gptkb:MTV_Video_Music_Award_for_Best_Choreography gptkb:MTV_Video_Music_Award_for_Best_Female_Video gptkb:American_Music_Award_for_Favorite_Pop/_Rock_Album Nominated for Grammy Awards Grammy nomination for Best Pop Vocal Album |
| gptkbp:certification |
gptkb:Platinum
gptkb:Multi-Platinum gptkb:item Platinum in the US |
| gptkbp:chart_performance |
gptkb:Billboard_Hot_100
gptkb:UK_Singles_Chart number one on Billboard Hot 100 #1 on Billboard 200 #1 on Billboard Hot 100 Billboard Hot 100 in 1989 |
| gptkbp:chart_position |
1 on Billboard Hot 100
#1 on Billboard 200 #1 on Billboard Hot 100 |
| gptkbp:collaborations |
gptkb:Patrick_Leonard
gptkb:David_Foster gptkb:Shep_Pettibone gptkb:Stephen_Bray |
| gptkbp:community_impact |
Addressed social issues through music.
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| gptkbp:contains |
dance elements
gospel elements rock elements the song ' Like a Prayer'. |
| gptkbp:contains_track |
gptkb:Like_a_Prayer
gptkb:Express_Yourself |
| gptkbp:controversy |
gptkb:music_video
religious symbolism religious imagery racial themes music video imagery Religious imagery in music video |
| gptkbp:cover_art |
Album cover features Madonna in a religious setting
Album cover features Madonna in religious imagery Artwork by Rocco Dispirito Album cover features a painting of Madonna |
| gptkbp:covered_by |
gptkb:Various_artists
multiple artists various artists covered by various artists Covered by various artists many artists Popular among amateur artists for covers |
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
Generally positive
Positive reviews positive positive reviews acclaimed by critics Positive reviews from critics classic status Widely acclaimed by music critics |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
gptkb:Significant
gptkb:significant gptkb:organization Considered a classic controversial themes religious discussions discussions on religion influenced music videos discussions on sexuality Significant in LGBTQ+ culture Discussion on religion and sexuality Significant discussions on religion Controversial themes of religion and sexuality |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
gptkb:television_series
advertisements music festivals numerous films Referenced in various media Referenced in various media and pop culture numerous films and shows |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
gptkb:High
enduring 1980s pop culture Symbol of LGBTQ+ rights advocacy |
| gptkbp:debut_year |
gptkb:1989
gptkb:1989_World_Tour |
| gptkbp:directed_by |
gptkb:Mary_Lambert
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| gptkbp:driving_side |
gptkb:Act_of_Contrition
|
| gptkbp:duration |
15 weeks on Billboard Hot 100
6 weeks at #1 |
| gptkbp:fan_base |
Dedicated fan following
Madonna fans Strong global fanbase |
| gptkbp:fan_engagement |
enthusiastic
Cult following among fans Highly praised |
| gptkbp:features |
crosses
choir vocals black saints |
| gptkbp:filmography |
Featured in films and documentaries
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| gptkbp:followed_by |
I'm Breathless
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| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:church
gptkb:Pop gptkb:band Dance-pop pop |
| gptkbp:has |
iconic status
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| gptkbp:has_crossover |
Achieved international success
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Like a Prayer
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| gptkbp:impact |
Cultural significance in pop music
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| gptkbp:includes |
Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time
music playlists Greatest Hits albums greatest hits albums |
| gptkbp:influence |
gptkb:Contemporary_R&_B
Pop music Dance music |
| gptkbp:influenced |
gptkb:organization
Pop music Contemporary music female artists pop music dance music gospel music fashion trends music videos many artists future artists Pop music artists pop music culture |
| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
gptkb:Beyonce
gptkb:Contemporary_R&_B gptkb:Katy_Perry gptkb:Monarch gptkb:Lady_Gaga Dance-pop Rock music Many contemporary artists Many contemporary pop artists Pop and rock music Art inspired by the song Influenced artists like Lady Gaga and Beyoncé Inspired by artists like Prince Pop, rock, and dance music |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:church
gptkb:band Dance-pop Rock music pop music gospel music |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:church
Rock music Religious themes Inspired many pop and rock artists |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:philosopher
gptkb:Social_issues Art and literature Personal experiences personal experiences Religious themes Religious imagery Personal experiences of Madonna |
| gptkbp:inspired |
gptkb:political_movement
gptkb:artistic_expressions gptkb:documentaries gptkb:artwork biographies artistic interpretations |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
Personal experiences
personal experiences |
| gptkbp:involves |
religious imagery
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| gptkbp:is_analyzed_in |
gptkb:Educational_Institution
music studies |
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
gptkb:LGBTQ+_rights_advocacy
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| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
music history
its lyrical content |
| gptkbp:is_cited_in |
discussions of artistic freedom
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| gptkbp:is_considered |
a landmark album
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| gptkbp:is_criticized_for |
gptkb:church
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| gptkbp:is_discussed_in |
gptkb:media_outlets
musicology studies biographies of Madonna |
| gptkbp:is_evaluated_by |
gptkb:theorem
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| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
gptkb:Madonna:_The_Confessions_Tour
gptkb:television_series gptkb:TV_shows gptkb:documentaries gptkb:films gptkb:Madonna:_The_Immaculate_Collection gptkb:The_Simpsons_(episode) gptkb:Glee gptkb:battle Various films and TV shows film soundtracks Film soundtracks TV shows and movies musical theater adaptations Greatest Hits albums Greatest hits albums documentaries about Madonna |
| gptkbp:is_influential_in |
music video production
|
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
its controversial themes
its impact on pop culture. |
| gptkbp:is_noted_for |
its emotional depth
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| gptkbp:is_part_of |
cultural discussions
Madonna's discography Madonna's legacy |
| gptkbp:is_popular_in |
featured in films and TV shows
used in commercials referenced in literature inspired art installations parodied in comedy shows |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
gptkb:Rolling_Stone
gptkb:Billboard one of Madonna's signature songs |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
its vocal performance
its innovative production |
| gptkbp:is_referenced_in |
gptkb:organization
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| gptkbp:key |
Aâ™ major
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| gptkbp:label |
gptkb:Sire_Records
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| gptkbp:led_to |
Madonna's ' Blasphemy' accusations
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| gptkbp:legacy |
gptkb:political_movement
Influenced many artists iconic status enduring popularity considered a classic Iconic status performed at major events cited as a classic influential track influential in the 1980s music scene part of pop culture history Considered one of Madonna's signature songs Cited in discussions of pop music evolution considered one of Madonna's signature songs Cited as a landmark album in pop music. Considered one of Madonna's best albums |
| gptkbp:length |
56:00
5:42 5:41 |
| gptkbp:live_performance |
gptkb:1990_Blond_Ambition_World_Tour
gptkb:2008_Sticky_&_Sweet_Tour gptkb:2012_MDNA_Tour gptkb:2015_Rebel_Heart_Tour gptkb:Sticky_&_Sweet_Tour gptkb:The_Blond_Ambition_World_Tour gptkb:The_MDNA_Tour gptkb:The_Re-Invention_World_Tour gptkb:The_Rebel_Heart_Tour gptkb:Blond_Ambition_World_Tour gptkb:Rebel_Heart_Tour gptkb:1990_MTV_Video_Music_Awards gptkb:Confessions_Tour theatrical provocative Performed on multiple tours Performed on various tours Madonna's tours performed on the Blond Ambition World Tour performed on the Rebel Heart Tour Performed at the 1989 MTV Video Music Awards Performed on the Blond Ambition World Tour Performed on the Rebel Heart Tour performed at the 1989 MTV Video Music Awards |
| gptkbp:lyricist |
gptkb:Patrick_Leonard
gptkb:Marian_title gptkb:Stephen_Bray Madonna, Patrick Leonard, and others Madonna, Patrick Leonard |
| gptkbp:music_style |
gptkb:TV_series
gptkb:philosopher gptkb:church gptkb:band gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:battle Dance-pop social issues dance-pop Choral arrangements Verse-chorus form sophisticated production Incorporates gospel choir |
| gptkbp:music_video |
gptkb:Like_a_Prayer_music_video
gptkb:Express_Yourself_(music_video) gptkb:Like_a_Prayer_(music_video) gptkb:battle controversial Directed by Mary Lambert Express Yourself music video Pioneered narrative-driven music videos |
| gptkbp:music_video_director |
gptkb:David_Fincher
gptkb:Mary_Lambert |
| gptkbp:notable_for |
Controversial themes
controversial themes |
| gptkbp:notable_performance |
gptkb:The_MDNA_Tour
gptkb:concert_tour gptkb:Live_Aid_1985 gptkb:The_Girlie_Show_World_Tour gptkb:The_Confessions_Tour gptkb:Live_Aid 56:00 Performed at the 1989 MTV Video Music Awards |
| gptkbp:notable_song |
gptkb:Like_a_Prayer
gptkb:Express_Yourself personal reflection Cherish Keep It Together Controversial and provocative spiritual imagery And it feels like home Everyone must stand alone I hear you call my name Life is a mystery Dear Jessie ' When you call my name' I want to take you there. I'm down on my knees. When you call my name, it's like a little prayer. Explores themes of faith and redemption |
| gptkbp:parody |
Parodied in various media
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| gptkbp:performed_by |
gptkb:Madonna:_The_MDNA_Tour
gptkb:Coachella_Festival gptkb:The_Grammys gptkb:Live_8 gptkb:The_Sticky_&_Sweet_Tour gptkb:The_Rebel_Heart_Tour gptkb:concert_tour gptkb:The_Girlie_Show_World_Tour gptkb:Blond_Ambition_World_Tour gptkb:MDNA_Tour gptkb:Rebel_Heart_Tour gptkb:The_Confessions_Tour gptkb:The_Brit_Awards gptkb:Super_Bowl_XLVI gptkb:Live_Aid gptkb:Live_8_concert concert films concert tours various award shows Many times by Madonna |
| gptkbp:preceded_by |
gptkb:True_Blue
|
| gptkbp:produced_by |
gptkb:Patrick_Leonard
gptkb:Marian_title |
| gptkbp:producer |
gptkb:Patrick_Leonard
gptkb:Marian_title gptkb:Stephen_Bray |
| gptkbp:record_label |
gptkb:Sire_Records
gptkb:Warner_Music_Group |
| gptkbp:recorded_by |
gptkb:television_series
gptkb:The_Weeknd gptkb:Various_artists gptkb:1988 gptkb:Ocean_Way_Recording gptkb:Chance_the_Rapper gospel music various songs Various songs other songs Glee (TV series) hip hop songs Madonna's home studio Used in various remixes |
| gptkbp:recording_location |
gptkb:Ocean_Way_Recording
gptkb:Ocean_Way_Recording_Studios gptkb:The_Village_Recorder Ocean Way Recording, Los Angeles Madonna's home studio |
| gptkbp:release_date |
gptkb:1989
1989-03-21 |
| gptkbp:release_region |
gptkb:USA
|
| gptkbp:release_year |
gptkb:1989
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| gptkbp:released |
gptkb:Marian_title
gptkb:1989 gptkb:battle Album promotion March 3, 1989 March 1989 Like a Prayer (single) |
| gptkbp:released_in |
gptkb:Australia
gptkb:Japan gptkb:United_Kingdom gptkb:United_States gptkb:Native_American_tribe |
| gptkbp:remastered |
gptkb:2001
gptkb:2012 gptkb:battle 2018 remastered edition 2001 Remastered Edition 2015 Deluxe Edition Re-released in various formats |
| gptkbp:remix |
gptkb:battle
various artists multiple versions Various remixes released various D Js Various D Js Like a Prayer (remix) Multiple official remixes released |
| gptkbp:reports_to |
some countries
Certain countries MTV in some regions Some countries due to religious imagery |
| gptkbp:sales |
Over 100,000 copies
Over 100,000 copies in the US 200,000 copies Over 15 million copies sold worldwide Over 7 million copies worldwide |
| gptkbp:sparked |
debate on censorship
|
| gptkbp:speed |
120
|
| gptkbp:stations |
Critical acclaim
|
| gptkbp:streaming_platforms |
High streaming numbers on platforms
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| gptkbp:subject |
gptkb:academic_research
|
| gptkbp:theme |
Faith and spirituality
|
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:TV_series
gptkb:philosopher gptkb:Love gptkb:species love Faith and spirituality sexuality Spirituality and personal struggle |
| gptkbp:track |
11 tracks
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| gptkbp:vocalization |
Contralto
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| gptkbp:winner |
gptkb:award
|
| gptkbp:writer |
gptkb:Patrick_Leonard
gptkb:Marian_title |
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Patrick_Leonard
gptkb:Marian_title |
| gptkbp:year_composed |
gptkb:1988
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