Madonna Like A Prayer Official Uncut, Uncensored HQ Music Video

Like a Prayer is a song by American singersongwriter Madonna from her fourth studio album of the same name (1989). Sire Records released it as the album s lead single on March 21, 1989. Written and produced by Madonna and Patrick Leonard, Like a Prayer denoted a more artistic and personal approach to songwriting for Madonna, who believed that she needed to cater more to her adult audience. The song is about a passionate young girl in love with God, who becomes the only male figure in her life. Like a Prayer is a pop rock song that incorporates elements of gospel music. A choir provides background vocals that heighten the song s spiritual nature, while rock guitar sounds keep the music dark and mysterious. Madonna introduced liturgical words in the lyricswhich were inspired by her Catholic upbringingbut changed the context in which they were used. Thus, they had dual meanings of sexual innuendo and religion. Like a Prayer was positively received