Material Girl by Madonna is the 1985 pop anthem from her second studio album Like a Virgin (1984). Released on January 23, 1985 as the second single via Sire Records, the song became one of Madonna's signature hits and a defining sound of the decade.
The music video, directed by Mary Lambert, is a celebrated homage to Marilyn Monroe's "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" performance, cementing the song's place in pop culture history.
Material Girl Song Credits
Song: Material Girl
Singer: Madonna
Songwriters: Peter Brown and Robert Rans
Producer: Nile Rodgers
Album: Like a Virgin (1984)
Label: Sire Records
Release Date: January 23, 1985
Music Video: Directed by Mary Lambert
Material Girl Lyrics
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was "Material Girl" released?
"Material Girl" was released on January 23, 1985 as the second single from Madonna's Like a Virgin via Sire Records.
Who wrote "Material Girl"?
It was written by Peter Brown and Robert Rans, with production by Nile Rodgers.
What inspired the music video?
Director Mary Lambert's video salutes Marilyn Monroe's "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" routine. It was filmed on January 10–11, 1985 at Ren-Mar Studios and featured Keith Carradine and Robert Wuhl.
How did "Material Girl" chart?
It peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 — her third US top-five single — and reached the top five in Australia, Belgium, Canada, Ireland, Japan and the UK.
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