She's Madonna

Robbie Williams

About She's Madonna

"She's Madonna" is a song recorded by British singer Robbie Williams, featuring Pet Shop Boys, for his seventh studio album Rudebox (2007). The track was released as its third and final international single on 5 March 2007 by Chrysalis Records. The subject matter of the song is a reference to the conversation Williams had with his ex-girlfriend Tania Strecker, over the reason her former boyfriend Guy Ritchie gave, for leaving her for American singer Madonna. Williams had played the recording to Madonna shortly after writing it, receiving a positive reaction. Musically, "She's Madonna" was inspired by Kraftwerk's 1983 single, "Tour de France". The composition consists of a "gurgling" electro backing, over which Williams sings the lyrics, talking about his fascination with Madonna. It received positive feedback for its musical aspects and the production by Pet Shop Boys. The song had minor chart placement in Williams' home turf United Kingdom, but reached the top five of the record charts in many European nations, attaining Gold certifications in Denmark and Germany. A music video for the track was released in April 2007, directed by Johan Renck whose main inspiration behind it was to portray the paranoia one faces onstage. It features a plethora of well-known drag queens, and showed Williams himself in full drag queen regalia. The video received mostly negative reception from critics. 


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Oh, Madonna, Madonna

I don't miss you
Just who you used to be
And you don't ring true
So please stop calling me

Your I love yous
Are ten a penny
You're dropping clues
Like you've got any
You got to choose
There's been so many

I love you baby
But face it she's Madonna
No man on Earth
Could say that he don't want her

This look of love
Says I'm leaving
You're frozen now
I've done the freezing
I'm walking out
Madonna's calling me

She's got to be
Obscene to be believed
That's her routine
Not what she means to me

I found myself by circumstance
Across a room where people dance
And quite by chance she danced right next to me

I love you baby
But face it she's Madonna
No man on earth would say that he don't want her
It's me not you 
I've got to move on
You're younger too
But she's got her groove on
I'm sorry love
Madonna's calling me

Madonna, Madonna

I want to tell you a secret

We're having drinks
With Kate and Stella
Gwyneth's here
She's brought her fella
But all I wanna do
Is take Madonna home

I love you baby
But face it she's Madonna
No man on earth
Would say that he don't want her

It's me not you
I've got to move on
You're younger too
But she's got her groove on
I'm sorry love
Madonna's calling me

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Robbie Williams

Robert Peter "Robbie" Williams (born 13 February 1974) is an English singer-songwriter, and occasional actor. He is a member of the pop group Take That, but has found greater commercial success as a solo artist. more »

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Written by: Neil Tennant, Chris Lowe, Robbie Williams

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10 facts about this song

She's Madonna" Composition
The song "She's Madonna" was co-written by Robbie Williams, his longtime writing partner Stephen Duffy, and the legendary music producer, Guy Chambers.
Collaboration with Pet Shop Boys
It's the third single from Williams' seventh studio album, "Rudebox", and orchestrated in collaboration with the British electronic music duo Pet Shop Boys.
Song Inspiration
The song was inspired by a comment that Madonna's first husband, Sean Penn, made to his ex-girlfriend, actress Elizabeth McGovern. According to the story, Penn explained his reasons for ending things with McGovern by saying, "Look, you know I really love you, but she's Madonna."
Chart Success
Upon its release in March 2007, "She's Madonna" peaked at number 16 on the UK Singles Chart and reached the top of the charts in Ukraine and Romania.
She's Madonna" Music Video
The music video for "She's Madonna" was shot in Los Angeles and directed by Johan Renck. It depicts Robbie Williams dressed up as multiple women all aspiring to be Madonna.
Remix Versions
The song has been remixed by several DJs and producers, including Kris Menace, the Pet Shop Boys, and Chris Lake.
Reaction from Madonna
Many fans have wondered how Madonna, the song's namesake, reacted. According to Williams, when he met her at a restaurant and told her about the song, she simply said, “I’ve heard it. My husband played it to me, and I think it’s great.”
Album's Reception
Despite the success of "She's Madonna," the album "Rudebox" received mixed reviews from critics and is considered one of Robbie Williams' less successful efforts.
Asian Release
For the Asian release of the album, an alternative version of "She's Madonna" with a Cantonese bridge was included. It was especially noted in regions such as Hong Kong.
Gay Anthems
"She’s Madonna" is often considered a gay anthem and is frequently played at Pride events.

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