On this day May 11, 1985, Madonna’s ballad Crazy for You reached number 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100, where it stayed through May 17. The song marked a major shift from her dance pop sound, showcasing a softer, emotional side that resonated with a broader audience.
Crazy for You was featured in the film Vision Quest and also reached number 1 in Canada and Australia. It became Madonna’s second chart topping single in the US and helped secure her status as more than just a pop trend. She was a lasting force in music.
Fun fact: Crazy for You earned Madonna her first Grammy nomination and proved she could dominate the charts with a ballad just as easily as a club anthem.
Crazy for You was featured in the film Vision Quest and also reached number 1 in Canada and Australia. It became Madonna’s second chart topping single in the US and helped secure her status as more than just a pop trend. She was a lasting force in music.
Fun fact: Crazy for You earned Madonna her first Grammy nomination and proved she could dominate the charts with a ballad just as easily as a club anthem.
