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Like a Prayer is the fourth studio album by Madonna, released on March 21, 1989 by Sire Records. It reunited her with producers Patrick Leonard and Stephen Bray, who had worked with her on previous projects, and featured a collaboration with Prince. The album, a mix of pop, rock, and dance, delves into personal topics like Madonna's Catholic upbringing, her troubled marriage to Sean Penn, her mother's death, and her relationship with her father.
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Critics widely praised the album for its introspective lyrics and artistic growth. It was a global hit, topping charts in 20 countries and selling over 15 million copies worldwide. In the US, it was certified quadruple platinum. Six singles were released, with the title track becoming her seventh number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100. Other hits like "Express Yourself" and "Cherish" also performed well.
Madonna promoted the album with her Blond Ambition World Tour in 1990, which visited cities in Asia, North America, and Europe. Over time, Like a Prayer has been recognized as a turning point in her career, establishing her as a serious artist and influencing many female singers. It is often listed among the greatest albums of all time, including on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.
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