Burning Up

Madonna

About Burning Up

"Burning Up" is a song by American singer Madonna from her 1983 eponymous debut album. It was initially released as a single on March 9, 1983. The song was presented as an early recorded demo by Madonna to Sire Records who green-lighted the recording of the single after the first single "Everybody" became a dance hit. Madonna collaborated with Reggie Lucas, who produced the single while John Benitez provided the guitar riffs and backing vocals. Musically, the song incorporates instrumentation from bass guitar, synthesizers and drums, and the lyrics talk of the singer's lack of shame in declaring her passion for her lover. Released with a B side of "Physical Attraction," which would also appear on the debut album, the song was given mixed reviews from contemporary critics and authors, who noted the song's darker, urgent composition while praising its dance beats. The single failed to do well commercially anywhere, except the dance chart in the United States, where it peaked at three, and the Australian charts, where it was a top 20 hit. After a number of live appearances in clubs to promote the single, it was added to the set-list of the 1985 Virgin Tour. An electric guitar version was performed on the 2004 Re-Invention World Tour and the 2015–2016 Rebel Heart Tour. 


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Don't put me off 'cause I'm on fire
And I can't quench my desire
Don't you know that I'm burning up for your love
You're not convinced that that is enough
I put myself in this position
And I deserve the imposition
But you don't even know I'm alive
And this pounding in my heart just won't die
I'm burning up

I'm burning up, burning up for your love
I'm burning up, burning up for your love
I'm burning up, burning up for your love
For your love

You're always closing your door
Well that only makes me want you more
And day and night I cry for your love
You're not convinced that that is enough
To justify my wanting you
Now tell me what you want me to do
I'm not blind and I know
That you want to want me but you can't let go
Come on, let go

I'm burning up, burning up for your love
I'm burning up, burning up for your love

I'm burning up, burning up for your love
For your love

Oh

Do you wanna see me down on my knees?
Or bending over backwards now would you be pleased?
Unlike the others I'd do anything
I'm not the same, I have no shame
I'm on fire

Come on, let go

Do you wanna see me down on my knees?
Or bending over backwards now would you be pleased?
Unlike the others I'd do anything
I'm not the same, I have no shame
I'm on fire

(Burning up for your love)
Ooh, yeah, I'm burning up (Burning up for your love)
Ooh, yeah, I'm burning up (Burning up for your love)
Come on, come on, I'm burning up (Burning up for your love)
Uh, uh, uh, I'm burning up (Burning up for your love)
Ooh, yeah, I'm burning up (Burning up for your love)
Come on, come on, I'm burning up (Burning up for your love)
Ooh, yeah, I'm burning up (Burning up for your love)
Uh, uh, uh (Burning up for your love)

You know you got me burning up, baby (Burning up for your love)
You know you got me burning up, baby (Burning up for your love)

Burning up for your love (Burning up for your love)
Burning up for your love (Burning up for your love)
Burning up for your love (Burning up for your love)
Burning up for your love

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Madonna

Madonna (born Madonna Louise Ciccone /tʃɪˈkoʊneɪ/ chi-KOH-nay; August 16, 1958) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, director, dancer and entrepreneur. She has sold more than 300 million records worldwide and is recognized as the best-selling female recording artist of all time by Guinness World Records. Considered to be one of the "25 Most Powerful Women of the Past Century" by Time for being an influential figure in contemporary music, she is known for continuously reinventing both her music and image, and for retaining a standard of autonomy within the recording industry. Critics have praised her diverse musical productions which have also been known to induce controversy. more »

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Written by: Madonna Ciccone, . MADONNA

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13 facts about this song

Release Date
"Burning Up" was released on March 9, 1983.
Album Appearance
The single features on Madonna's eponymous debut studio album, "Madonna," which was released in 1983.
Record Label
The song was released under the record label Sire Records. Sire Records is an American record label owned by Warner Music Group.
Song Genre
The song is a synth-pop and dance-pop track, showcasing early 1980s musical styles.
Notable Instrumentation
"Burning Up" features heavily layered synthesizers and an electronic drum machine, which were innovative at the time.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics express assertiveness and female sexual power, unique themes for mainstream music of the era. Madonna sings about being willing to do anything for her lover's attention.
Music Video
The music video, directed by Steve Barron features Madonna driving around in a vintage convertible and defiantly singing the lyrics to a lover. It was one of her first music videos.
Reception
While "Burning Up" did not make it into the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the US, it nonetheless has been recognized as a classic Madonna song and has received positive reviews over the years.
Live Performances
Madonna has included "Burning Up" in the set list for multiple tours, including The Virgin Tour (1985), Re-Invention World Tour (2004), and the Rebel Heart Tour (2015–2016).
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists, including Britney Spears, who performed the song during her Femme Fatale Tour in 2011.
B-side
"Physical Attraction" is the B-side of the "Burning Up" single.
Musical Influence
"Burning Up" is believed to have influenced other artists to explore themes of female sexual liberation in their music.
Contribution to Image
The release of "Burning Up," both the song and the music video played a significant role in developing and cementing Madonna's provocative image.

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