One of Madonna’s most iconic songs just turned 30

Thirty-years-ago Madonna released one of her most controversial songs ever…

Madonna has taken to Instagram to celebrate the 30th release birthday of ‘Like A Prayer’, one of her most, the singer admits, controversial songs ever.

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Speaking about the song which was released in 1989, the icon said, “30 years ago today I released Like a Prayer and made a video that caused so much controversy because I kissed a black saint and danced in front of burning crosses!

“I also made a commercial with PEPSI that was banned because my video was seen as inappropriate.”

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She then added, “Happy Birthday to Me and Controversy!”

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30 years ago today I released Like a Prayer and made a video that caused so much controversy because I kissed a black saint and danced in front of burning crosses! I also made a commercial with PEPSI that was banned because my video was seen as inappropriate. ???Happy Birthday to Me and Controversy! #likeaprayer ?? meant to post this yesterday but was blocked! ? what a shocker!

A post shared by Madonna (@madonna) on Mar 4, 2019 at 12:13pm PST

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But always wasn’t well with the orginal post, apparently Instagram blocked her original post! Madge added, “What a shocker”.

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