True Blue

Madonna

About True Blue

"True Blue" is a song by American singer Madonna. It is the title track from her third studio album True Blue (1986), and was released as the album's third single on September 17, 1986 by Sire Records. Written and produced by Madonna and Steve Bray, the song deals with Madonna's feelings for her then-husband Sean Penn. A dance-pop song, it features instrumentation from a rhythm guitar, a synthesizer, keyboards, and drums. The main chorus is backed by an alternate one, incorporating a chord progression generally found in doo-wop music. Received by the critics as a light-hearted and cute retro song, "True Blue" topped the charts in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada and became another consecutive top-ten song in United States for Madonna, by reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100. The original music video portrayed her again with a new look, leaner and sporting platinum blond bushy hair. An alternate video was made through the "Make My Video" contest on MTV. The final selected videos had a similar theme of a 1950s-inspired setting and the storyline following the lyrics of the song. "True Blue" has been performed on the Who's That Girl World Tour (1987) and the Rebel Heart Tour (2015–2016). 


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I've had other guys
I've looked into their eyes
But I never knew love before
'Til you walked through my door
I've had other lips
I've sailed a thousand ships
But no matter where I go
You're the one for me baby
This I know 'cause it's

True love
You're the one I'm dreaming of
Your heart fits me like a glove
And I'm gonna be true blue
Baby, I love you

I've heard all the lines
I've cried oh so many times
Those tear drops they won't fall again
I'm so excited 'cause you're my best friend

So if you should ever doubt
Wonder what love was all about
Just think back and remember dear
Those words whispered in your ear
I said

True love
You're the one I'm dreaming of
Your heart fits me like a glove
And I'm gonna be true blue
Baby, I love you

'Cause it's true love (This time I know it's true love)
You're the one I'm dreaming of (The one I'm dreaming of)
Your heart fits me like a glove (Heart fits just like a glove)
And I'm gonna be true blue
Baby, I love you

No more sadness, I kiss it good-bye
The sun is bursting right out of the sky
I searched the whole world for someone like you
Don't you know, don't you know that it's

True love, oh baby, true love, oh baby
True love, oh baby, true love, it's
(True love baby) True love, oh baby, true love, oh baby
True love, oh baby, true love, it's true

So if you should ever doubt
Wonder what love is all about
Just think back and remember dear
Those words whispered in your ear
I said

No more sadness, I kiss it good-bye
The sun is bursting right out of the sky
I searched the whole world for someone like you
Don't you know, don't you know that it's

True love (This time I know it's true love)
You're the one I'm dreaming of (The one I'm dreaming of)
Your heart fits me like a glove (Heart fits just like a glove)
And I'm gonna be true blue
Baby, I love you

I love you (This time I know it's true love)
La la la la la la la (The one I'm dreaming of)
La la la la la la la (Heart fits just like a glove)
And I'm gonna be true blue
Baby, I love you, 'cause it's

(True love baby) true love, oh baby, true love, oh baby
True love, oh baby, true love, it's
(True love baby) True love, oh baby, true love, oh baby
True love, oh baby, true love, it's true (True love baby)

La la la la la (True love baby)

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Madonna

Madonna (born Madonna Louise Ciccone /tʃɪˈkoʊneɪ/ chi-KOH-nay; August 16, 1958) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, director, dancer and entrepreneur. She has sold more than 300 million records worldwide and is recognized as the best-selling female recording artist of all time by Guinness World Records. Considered to be one of the "25 Most Powerful Women of the Past Century" by Time for being an influential figure in contemporary music, she is known for continuously reinventing both her music and image, and for retaining a standard of autonomy within the recording industry. Critics have praised her diverse musical productions which have also been known to induce controversy. more »

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Written by: . Madonna, Stephen Bray

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14 facts about this song

Historical Relevance
"True Blue" is a song by Madonna that was first released as part of her third studio album, also titled "True Blue," in June 1986.
Song Producer
The song was co-written and produced by Madonna and her then-boyfriend, Stephen Bray.
Chart Performance - USA
The song reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
Chart Performance - Worldwide
"True Blue" was also a global hit, reaching number one on the charts in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Canada.
Music Video
The song's popular music video was directed by James Foley, who also directed Madonna's music video for "Papa Don't Preach."
Song Style
The song, which Madonna described as a "girly" doo-wop song, is a tribute to her love for 1950s and 60s music and pop culture.
Song Meaning
"True Blue" is a colloquial term which means being loyal and faithful. Madonna confirmed the song was inspired by her then-husband Sean Penn, to whom she was 'true blue'.
Album Success
The parent album, "True Blue," was a global success and is widely considered one of Madonna's most iconic albums.
Dance Remix
Shep Pettibone, an American record producer, created a dance remix of "True Blue," which was very well received and gained popularity in dance clubs.
Pop Culture Influence - Film
The song was featured in the soundtrack of a 1986 film titled "At Close Range," which starred Madonna's then-husband, Sean Penn.
Artistic Recognition
"True Blue" has been lauded not only for its cheery melody but also for showcasing the artist's impressive range and vocal maturity compared to her previous works.
Promotional Campaign
For the song’s promotional campaign, a contest, “Madonna’s Make My Video” was launched by MTV, where fans were invited to submit their own version of the "True Blue" music video.
Legacy
Despite being over three decades old, "True Blue" remains one of Madonna's most enduring and beloved songs.
Live Performances
Madonna performed "True Blue" live during her 1987 'Who's That Girl Tour' and it was later included in her 2008-2009 'Sticky & Sweet Tour', reinforcing its ongoing popularity.

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