headonfire Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Crave it's like 100% Madonna. It has such an awesome vibe to it, and it's like a fusion of Bedtime Stories and American Life. I get a very experimental, folktronika, world music vibe from the song. And it's actually really cool to see long-time Madonna fans feeling confused by the song. Remember when Music came out and everyone was so confused and it then became a classic? Totally dig Swae Lee's bit too. It's not overwhelming and his voice fits perfectly with the vibe of the song. So far none of them have been kind of dancefloor bangers or anything close, which actually makes me really excited for this album. Very different from M's latest releases. Based on what we have heard so far, and the all the Madame X concept and persona, I feel there's a much more mature, reflective, experimental, and musically diverse undercurrent guiding the album, which is really exciting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danmacevents Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 It's great. Another grower. And whoever said to stop worrying about streaming etc is SO right. M clearly isn't. I'm so happy to be a fan again. I was never unhappy but I do now realise I have maybe over hyped her previous recent albums because it was Madonna. Well no need this time. I'm in love. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichaelDieker Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Omg, crying, it's so so beautiful holy shit its making me so emotional:( gorgeous melancholy American Life meets I dont know what, wow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dindi Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Okay, finally heard it and super relieved. From some of the descriptions, I was worried this was gonna be trying too hard. It was not like that at all. It actually sounds very mature and dare I say, I prefer it to the other two songs released so far (and I like Medellin). The backing vocals are everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shedoeshair Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Oooh very catchy. Love the opening guitar, love her vocal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headonfire Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Is she going to serve us with an experimental Bedtime Stories-Music-American Life world-sounds infused album? Because if she is, I'll totally here for it. I think we are on the verge of another creative peak for M. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butter9 Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 OMG I love it so much ! My favourite ( Please don't ban me for I have sinned ) out of the 3 tracks so far . It's everything and I LOVE it on first listen . Bittersweet summer chilling' track . So beautiful and haunting . So Madonna. PERFECT . Madame X is shaping up to be an AMAZING album ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DIRTY PIG Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 (edited) This album to me sound the most exciting since confessions. I rise is her best song since Get Together and Medellin is her best lead single since Music. Also the image and performances around this era are so much better instead of the "I'm still 25" persona she had for the last few Edited May 8, 2019 by Ven Conmigo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golechunkymonkey Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 I LOVVVVVE THE SONG!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Je5u5 Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 34 minutes ago, Chriz said: im not hes a friend ! lol Ok then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sul8323 Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Pure fire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dindi Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 OMG....I can't stop playing it lol. It's current without sounding desperate or vapid. I suspect this might become one of my favourite M tracks in recent years (although there might be more pleasant surprises in the album). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toujours Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 (edited) Shat that it leaked! Off w/ the perpetrator's head, hmp. That said, the guitar licks are heavenly. A sweet nod to AL but flavored for current consumption. Swae and M vocals work well. Better than M + M (And I luv that track.) But in the first verse, why is she mumbling? Edited May 8, 2019 by toujours Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madmex Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Crave should be released only in U.S.A because It's NOT going to be a worldwide hit. The rest of the world deserves another Madame X representation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danmacevents Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 6 minutes ago, madmex said: Crave should be released only in U.S.A because It's NOT going to be a worldwide hit. The rest of the world deserves another Madame X representation. Madonna is not going to have another world wide hit. There's just not enough support. There's support for Madonna but not the music. It's getting critical acclaim and that's more important. She's not chasing it neither should you. We have new Madonna music. Inspired videos. Passion. And a new tour. We are so lucky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madmex Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 5 minutes ago, Danmacevents said: Madonna is not going to have another world wide hit. There's just not enough support. There's support for Madonna but not the music. It's getting critical acclaim and that's more important. She's not chasing it neither should you. We have new Madonna music. Inspired videos. Passion. And a new tour. We are so lucky. Ok, forget the worldwide hit. Europe and latinoamerica are not into songs like CRAVE. So why not a different second single for that audience? FUTURE for us! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtsanis Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 to think all this drama could've been avoided if they simply called it a ballad in the press release. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcbyebyebaby Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 1 hour ago, Danmacevents said: It's great. Another grower. And whoever said to stop worrying about streaming etc is SO right. M clearly isn't. I'm so happy to be a fan again. I was never unhappy but I do now realise I have maybe over hyped her previous recent albums because it was Madonna. Well no need this time. I'm in love. But by releasing this song she is concerned with streaming. This is whats hot now. Chill Midtempo songs. Especially with Swae Lee. Hes the 6th most listened to artist on spotify. I agree with the rest of your post though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adriano Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 is that any chance this is actually a demo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motherandfather03 Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 i'm not listening until friday. like, it's tuesday. calm down Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcbyebyebaby Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 7 minutes ago, Adriano said: is that any chance this is actually a demo? No lol. 100% finished. Its just LQ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 I think this is my favorite so far. It’s actually beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toujours Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 15 hours ago, dcbyebyebaby said: But by releasing this song she is concerned with streaming. This is whats hot now. Chill Midtempo songs. Especially with Swae Lee. Hes the 6th most listened to artist on spotify. True. She still needs to 'sell' the album to the GP. A catchy, current yet still Madonna-sounding single guest-starring a most in-demand artist is smart, especially in the US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erotica blu Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 This is my favorite of the three songs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butter9 Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 38 minutes ago, erotica blu said: This is my favorite of the three songs. Mine too. Blasting it in my car and the melody is so so beautiful . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erotica blu Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Just now, Butter9 said: Mine too. Blasting it in my car and the melody is so so beautiful . Lee's voice blends so well with hers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butter9 Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 28 minutes ago, erotica blu said: Lee's voice blends so well with hers. It's a perfect chill out Summer song. With the previous tracks it wasn't live at first listen for me . But this one was like "WOWWWWWW" ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voguerista Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 I wasn't sure I liked it at first but it's starting to grow on me. But i still like Medellin and I Rise way more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erotica blu Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 The small snippet from the album teaser is still the most impressive track we've heard, and we have yet to hear the whole thing. Funny enough said song is exclusive to the deluxe version. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXIII Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 (edited) Okay, I tried to not listen but there was a snippet on ... and this is GOOD. I can totally hear this on radio and I get why it’s a single choice. Idk what verse I’m hearing but I absolutely love it. Can’t wait for the full song on Friday! Edited May 8, 2019 by Ven Conmigo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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