Drowned World/Substitute for Love
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I traded fame for love Without a second thought It all became a silly a game Some things cannot be bought I got exactly what I asked for Wanted it so badly Running, rushing back for more I suffered fools so gladly And now I find I've changed my mind [Chorus:] The face of you My substitute for love My substitute for love Should I wait for you My substitute for love My substitute for love I traveled round the world Looking for a home I found myself in crowded rooms Feeling so alone I had so many lovers Who settled for the thrill Of basking in my spotlight I never felt so happy [Chorus:] Mmmmm, ooohhh, mmmmm Famous faces, far off places Trinkets I can buy No handsome stranger, heady danger Drug that I can try No ferris wheel, no heart to steal No laughter in the dark No one-night stand, no far-off land No fire that I can spark Mmmmm, mmmmm [Chorus:] Now I find I've changed my mind This is my religion
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Written by: Madonna Ciccone, David Collins, William Orbit, Rod Mc Kuen, Anita Kerr
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, DELLA BLUE MUSIC LLC, ALL AGE MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Track Information"Drowned World/Substitute for Love" is the opening track on Madonna's seventh studio album, "Ray of Light." It was released on August 24, 1998.
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Song CreatorsThis song was co-written by Madonna, William Orbit, Rod McKuen, Anita Kerr, and David Collins.
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Musical StyleThe song has elements of ambient, pop, and trip hop genres.
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InspirationThe song is partly based on "Why I Follow the Tigers" by Rod McKuen and The San Sebastian Strings. It samples the string arrangement from their work.
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Release as a SingleAs the third single released from the "Ray of Light" album, it achieved moderate chart success around the world, peaking at number 10 in the UK Singles Chart.
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Song MeaningThe song is about Madonna's realization that fame and fortune are not the keys to happiness, substituting them with real love and life experiences.
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Music VideoThe music video was directed by Walter Stern and filmed in London, England. The video attracted controversy for a scene that appeared to reference Princess Diana's death.
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Live PerformancesMadonna has performed "Drowned World/Substitute for Love" live on two of her concert tours - the "Drowned World Tour" in 2001 and the "Confessions Tour" in 2006.
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Critical ResponseCritics largely praised the song for its introspective lyrics and mature sound, indicative of Madonna's artistic growth.
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Award NominationThe song was nominated for 'Best Dance Recording' at the 41st Grammy Awards.
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Song TitleInterestingly, the song is often referred to just as "Drowned World," omitting the "Substitute for Love" part. This is reflected in the title of Madonna's 2001 tour.
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