On This Day: April 22, 1989 – Like a Prayer by Madonna Hit Number 1 in America

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Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: April 22, 1989 – Like a Prayer by Madonna Hit Number 1 in America.

On this day April 22, 1989, Madonna’s Like a Prayer reached number 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song held the top spot through May 12 and also reached number 1 in the UK, Canada, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Poland, Portugal, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Australia, New Zealand and Japan.

Known for its gospel inspired vocals, electric guitar riffs, and deeply personal lyrics, Like a Prayer marked a major artistic shift for Madonna. It stirred...
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