Today is a holiday for any proper Madonna fan, as it marks the anniversary of her US release of ‘Ray of Light’, which remains my favorite Madonna album. Here’s a partial track listing of all the songs that the Madonna Timeline has recounted:
The release of the album came at a tender time in my life when I was examining similar themes of love and loss and finding meaning in the moment. Musically, it managed to be entirely of its time, while forging a futuristic sound, and grounding itself in timeless songs and melodies. A triumphant hat-trick she has yet, in my opinion, to match.
