Today in Madonna History: January 7, 2026

On January 7 2026, Madonna released LA BAMBOLA (FOR DOLCE & GABBANA – the one), a special recording created for Dolce & Gabbana’s The One campaign.

The track is Madonna’s take on La Bambola (“the doll”), the iconic Italian pop single made famous by Patty Pravo in 1968.

The original was written by Franco Migliacci, Bruno Zambrini, and Ruggero Cini, and it became a major hit in Italy—one of the defining songs that helped cement Patty Pravo’s legacy.

Madonna’s version arrived as a digital single and is available across major streaming platforms.

Today in Madonna History: January 6, 2015

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On January 6 2015, Madonna won the Favorite Music Icon award at the People’s Choice Awards, hosted by Jane Lynch at the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles, California.

The nominees were Madonna, Paul McCartney, Prince, Steven Tyler and Stevie Wonder.

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Today in Madonna History: January 5, 1995

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On January 5 1995, the lead single from Madonna’s Bedtime Stories album, Secret, was certified gold in the USA for shipment of 500,000 units.

The images in this post are for the UK Secret cassette single.

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Today in Madonna History: January 4, 1987

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On January 4 1987, Open Your Heart spent its third and final consecutive week at its peak position of #4 on the UK Singles chart.

Today in Madonna History: January 3, 2003

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On January 3 2003, Madonna.com announced: “Madonna’s next album is scheduled to be released in April, and there is no title as of yet. The video for the first single will be shot in February and will be directed by Jonas Akerlund. The album cover will be shot next week by Craig McDean (he also did the Vanity Fair Madonna cover).”

Today in Madonna History: January 2, 1999

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On January 2 1999, Madonna’s The Power Of Good-Bye single peaked at #14 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart in the USA.

Your heart is not open so I must go
The spell has been broken, I loved you so
Freedom comes when you learn to let go
Creation comes when you learn to say no

You were my lesson I had to learn
I was your fortress you had to burn
Pain is a warning that something’s wrong
I pray to God that it won’t be long
Do ya wanna go higher?

Today in Madonna History: January 1, 2024

Wishing you a joyous New Year filled with laughter, love, and unforgettable moments! May the upcoming year be adorned with good luck and happiness. Here’s to new beginnings and endless possibilities. Happy New Year from Justin and Jay! Cheers to a fantastic journey ahead! 🎉🥂