Nonoka Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 So, it's no secret many of M's songs in her comprehensive catalogue are criminally underrated among her fanbase, and I find this to apply to this particular song as well: In my opinion, this is without a doubt one of her most haunting and enigmatic songs. The instrumental itself is a beautiful piece of music (the strings give me goosebumps everytime!) and underlyed with her encapsulating vocals makes this a masterpiece, fascinating from start to finish. Together with Massive Attack, she definitely donned a magic rendition of this classic track.I also gotta say the video, albeit never having seen an official release, turned out brilliant as well and contributes to the haunting atmosphere of the song. It's rather simple, yet so effective in visualizing the song's feelings.What do you guys think of it? I rarely see this song being discussed on Madonna boards, so here's the place to share your thoughts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raf Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 I don't think this song is underrated by any means. Fans love it and with good reason! It is one of the best things she's ever done and the Massive Attack collaboration was a dream come true! This song works in so many ways, it's sad, melancholic, yet strong, powerful and intense. A+ x100000000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryan Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Did you know that the orchestral version is a #1 whoopie hot 100 smash?!?!?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick00 Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Great collaboration with an interesting band. Love nineties Madonna from BS-STR-Evita-ROL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vogue992 Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Words cannot describe it. A REAL MASTERPIECE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whyme? Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 I like the production she chose for the song - but truthfully, it's a difficult song to listen to from beginning to end. Although when you're in a very specific type of mood, the song can be fantastic! I am, however, baffled that she thought it would be a good choice for a single. Thankfully, she recorded You'll See:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Barthes Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 The voice, the production, the video... EVERYTHING !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Messiahxxx Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 I ABSOLUTELY love it and I don'tt think it's underrated (by the fans) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerGirl Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 I've been thinking about this song for the past two days. I remember when it came out, how happy I was that she worked with Massive Attack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CzarnaWisnia Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Everything about it is perfect. Such a shame it couldn't be properly promoted as a single for stupid legal reasons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Adore it. The full length orchestral version with the conductor talking at the end? Well, that's when I found out guys could have multiple orgasms too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
side_streets Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Masterpiece! One of the best Madonna songs and amazing collaboration with Massive Attack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CzarnaWisnia Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 the conductor talks at the end? I never noticed that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 the conductor talks at the end? I never noticed that... The extended orchestral, leaked on an in-house promo tape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bluejean Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 One of the best things she's ever done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumpb4uthink Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 I've always loved this song but for some reason the video reminds me of Marilyn Monroe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phineaspoe Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 I like the production she chose for the song - but truthfully, it's a difficult song to listen to from beginning to end. Although when you're in a very specific type of mood, the song can be fantastic! I am, however, baffled that she thought it would be a good choice for a single. Thankfully, she recorded You'll See:) High? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyJimmy Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 One of the greatest cover songs ever recorded! Seriously...she really made this song her own and that video is just perfect! It's a shame that the single release never materialized. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazzy Jan Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 I love this song. Everything about is perfect and her vocals are beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenDrazi Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Absolutely beautiful! What a shame she couldn't release this as a single. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eu4ria Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Lush. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuckeye Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 romantic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ciccone's Cheeks Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Love the song/video but only cause it's M lol. Sultry, scorchin' hot (um..kinda Rachel cut M) but def. not single worthy lol. Love the HAIR and 200% restoration of her being drop dead beautiful again after the 1993 choppy/botched/hard look lol. '95 was positively the year she started to *rapidly incline/re-erect herself after the dreadful late 92-early 94 'era' :# Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tasteinmen Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 (edited) Great song, and a great opener to Something to Remember, I love the video, it's so haunting and 90s, I love the little details in the music, very well produced... Now... can somebody please start a thread for Can't Stop??? As I still can't create a thread yet, and I'm beginning to see the wonders of this forgotten gem, I want to see what others think of it. Edited August 24, 2014 by tasteinmen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
promise to try Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 this is one of her best songs, and the beginning, in my opinion, of the mega acclaimed madonna of the late nineties.This song it´s perfect, and sometimes Frozen reminds me of it. In fact, Frozen is a little bit of a mixture between LAP (the drums:slow, fast,slow, fast...) and I want you (the haunting orchestra) I wsih this song was more famous between the regular people Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acko Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Adore it. The full length orchestral version with the conductor talking at the end? Well, that's when I found out guys could have multiple orgasms too! Where can I hear this!? I think it's one of her finest recorded vocals, & It should b done live... My Imaginary I Want You/Sanctuary (with elements of Bedtime Story) suite, on the second leg of the Drowned World Tour was everythang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
promise to try Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 it´s the type of song that I hope it appears in her next album...and sometimes I feel Lana Del Rey loves the songs too... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Did we ever get a radio edit for this song? Clearly the album version would not have worked on radio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollhouse Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 its in my Madge Top10 song & video. deserved a grammy and oscar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
futurelover06 Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Where can I hear this!? I think it's one of her finest recorded vocals, & It should b done live... My Imaginary I Want You/Sanctuary (with elements of Bedtime Story) suite, on the second leg of the Drowned World Tour was everythang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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