Mooncrown11 Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 "Dress You Up" You've got style, that's what all the girls saySatin sheets and luxuries so fineAll your suits are custom made in LondonBut I've got something that you'll really like[Chorus:]Gonna dress you up in my loveAll over, all overGonna dress you up in my loveAll over your bodyFeel the silky touch of my caressesThey will keep you looking so brand newLet me cover you with velvet kissesI'll create a look that's made for you[chorus]Gonna dress you up in my love, in my loveAll over your body, all over your bodyIn my loveAll over, all overFrom your head down to your toes The 4th and final single from the Like A Virgin album finds our lady comparing her love to luxurious clothing which was a perfect metaphor for someone who is a fashion icon. This song landed M on the PMRC's (Parent Music Resource Center) "Dirty 15" list in the 80s along with other dirty ditties such as Prince's Darling Nikki and Cyndi Lauper's She Bop (See complete list: http://blogs.houstonpress.com/rocks/2012/06/pmrc_dirty_15.php ) Actually though the lyrics are suggestive, I don't find it all that explicit even for it's time but I think Madonna was a target mostly because of her live performances and revealing outfits. M actually has no writing credits on this song - it was written by songwriters Andrea LaRusso and Peggy Stanziale-but she really sells it and delivers the innuendo in the song's lyrics perfectly. Favorite lyric: Let me cover you with velvet kisses Favorite Musical Part : The 4 drum beats at the beginning Favorite Vocal Part: "All over your body" One Word That Sums Up This Song: Sensual Favorite Live Performance: The Virgin Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 I'm very proud to say that I was one those 'Wannabes' just like the ones in the beginning of this version of the video... I may be bold enough to post a pic someday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooncrown11 Posted December 10, 2014 Author Share Posted December 10, 2014 I'm very proud to say that I was one those 'Wannabes' just like the ones in the beginning of this version of the video... I may be bold enough to post a pic someday. That's awesome-please do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Gold Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 the guitar solo is life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madonnasuperfan01 Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 I really think it's the best LAV song Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazzy Jan Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 This picture was on the very first Madonna t-shirt I was given. I got it as part of my Christmas presents that year and still have it. I love Dress you up. One of the gems off the Like a Virgin Album. I also remember copying her dance steps and routines from the concert video. Just love this era so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rachelle of London Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 CHOON!!!! DYU is on my Barbie video and when I was little I used to think Barbie was based on Madonna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooncrown11 Posted December 10, 2014 Author Share Posted December 10, 2014 This picture was on the very first Madonna t-shirt I was given. I got it as part of my Christmas presents that year and still have it. That's amazing Janelle! I love this shot too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonski43 Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 Well timed for this time of the year. The single was released in the UK much later than the US and we got this festive 7"! Love this song and love the VT version. One of her best live performances ever. I love the way she changes the key of 'let me cover you with velvet kisses'! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerGirl Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 I made a mixtape for a friend when I was a kid, my english was nonexistent and I didn't know the name of this song, so I made one up. I'm embarrassed by it now, but the name made sense to me as a 6 or 7 year old who didn't know English lmao. God I can't even type it out right now lmaoo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooncrown11 Posted December 10, 2014 Author Share Posted December 10, 2014 CHOON!!!! DYU is on my Barbie video and when I was little I used to think Barbie was based on Madonna This is too cute!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooncrown11 Posted December 10, 2014 Author Share Posted December 10, 2014 i was lucky to sing a long this song with Madonna in tel aviv, SS tour What an amazing experience that must have been Petrus!! Thanks for sharing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeakMaker Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 :bow: I'm very proud to say that I was one those 'Wannabes' just like the ones in the beginning of this version of the video... I may be bold enough to post a pic someday. :bow: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plasticlimbo Posted December 11, 2014 Share Posted December 11, 2014 I remember when I first saw the video, the Virgin Tour opening, and all the wannabes in the audience, and then, you hear her voice and WOW there she is on stage, so beautiful smile and colorful ensemble.I loved her more and more !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larkspur Posted December 11, 2014 Share Posted December 11, 2014 The video is an excellent example of Madonna's star power and how she simply needs to come out on stage dancing with a microphone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooncrown11 Posted December 11, 2014 Author Share Posted December 11, 2014 The video is an excellent example of Madonna's star power and how she simply needs to come out on stage dancing with a microphone. Amen!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Pud Whacker Posted December 11, 2014 Share Posted December 11, 2014 I'm very proud to say that I was one those 'Wannabes' just like the ones in the beginning of this version of the video... I may be bold enough to post a pic someday. um, yeah - HELLO?!!! post it now!!! --- Dress You Up is perfection. From the pounding drums in the beginning to that glorious voice. deep in the versus and high pitched in the chorus!!! and then, of course, the video. its all just TOO MUCH fabulousness!!! xo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flip The Switch Posted December 11, 2014 Share Posted December 11, 2014 Great song. Love her passionate vocals and live performance. This alone towards the end is enough to love this song. All over your body, all over your body In my love All over, all over From your head down to your toe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catboy Posted December 12, 2014 Share Posted December 12, 2014 Still no DVD nor Blu Ray from Virgin Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick00 Posted December 12, 2014 Share Posted December 12, 2014 Fans flipped in a good way when the celebration track listing was released. It was finally on one of her greatest hits comps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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