First Time Listening To BEDTIME STORIES By MADONNA 

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Bedtime stories was so under rated at the time and yet its one of her best

This album is so underrated. And to think that in 2 years it's gonna be 30 years old, it baffles me. It aged so well, do not sound dated at all!

Should've won a Grammy

Seeing people loving this album brings me so much joy that I can't express. A masterpiece having the deserved recognition

Madonna is at her best when she’s ahead of the curve. This album gets more innovative with each song. She may be giving us very fresh 90s pop in the first half. But by the time we get to Sanctuary, it’s like a glimpse into the millennium

LOVE TRIED TO WELCOME ME is the best song and vocal of her career. The song is perfection.

Take a Bow was her biggest single hit. stood number one longer than any of her other hits

I think I just watched THE BEST Madonna reaction EVER!!!!!!!! I've been following your Madonna journey and I JUST KNEW you were going to LOSE YOUR MIND over this album. Generally speaking it goes like this: if you like EROTICA, you lose your shit over BEDTIME STORIES!!! Welcome to the Madonna train... BEST RIDE THERE IS!!!!!!!!!!!

01:24 Survival 04:16 Secret 06:47 I'd rather be your lover 10:01 Don't stop 12:06 Inside of me 14:43 Human nature 17:14 Forbidden love 20:49 Love tried to welcome me 23:20 Sanctuary 28:11 Bedtime story 31:06 Take a bow 34:35 Conclusion

Bedtime Stories is her most seductive album. Love everything about it...the cover, the songs, the whole era.

I'm 22, and I got into Madonna's discography over 10 years ago. Because of a MTV interview with Selena Gomez. I quickly was enamored by her, Get Together became my favorite song, hasn't changed since. I've watched almost every interview, and one thing that has been an unwavering trait of Madonna is that she will understand and appreciate a culture or trend, then usees/appropriates it for art. It becomes a part of her for a moment (or version of herself), as she is always inspired and constantly changing. The Bedtime Stories project is one of many examples. In the human nature video she has cornrows, (tucking her blonde hair with black latex), Secret was a beautiful video with mostly black person and herself, showing beauty and love... She's been a geisha, cowgirl, danced with Batukadeiras, sang Portuguese, Spanish, French, Sanskrit, been in every culture lol and I love that about her. I think that if you're a global icon, then to an extent, it's your duty to acknowledge your inspiration, and celebrate all walks of life, which Madonna has always done without giving it a second thought. I'm happy that one of the most famous people to ever exist celebrated my culture, and presented her artistry with undeniable influence of many cultures around the world.

If you think Bedtime Stories is perfect, get ready for Ray Of Light, Music, American Life and Confessions on a dancefloor. Love your reactions.

Bedtime Stories is my favorite Madonna album. It's so lush, so R&B, so ethereal. so hypnotic, It's perfect.

Inside of Me is my fave song on this album. It’s about her mother who died when she was five. She even has childlike vocals. So personal and touching. Easy to be sidetracked by the double entendre. Aaliyah is sampled on the track

This was so fun to watch. This is such an underrated album in her catalog. It gets overshadowed by Ray Of Light (critically acclaim, etc.) and Erotica (fan favorite underdog). But it's really beautiful and is a perfect transition between those two other 90s albums. "Bedtime Story" specifically hints at the direction she would go in. At the time I think it was seen as Madonna jumping on the R&B bandwagon but in retrospect it's clear that she put her own stamp on it. Not surprised you recognized "Take a Bow" because it was a huuuuuge hit. A big comeback for her after every said her career was over. "Secret" is my favorite song on the album, followed by the trifecta you mentioned. I also love "Forbidden Love." The videos are all amazing. Can't wait to see what you think of them. Oh, and "I'm hard." LOL. Dead.

If you liked Sanctuary/Bedtime Story you need to do a Björk deep dive 👀she wrote Bedtime Story and the same dude that produced these songs produced Björk's entire first album

I’ve bought every Madonna album on the day of release since True Blue 1987. Back in the day when you stood in line with others waiting for the record store to open. I’m glad you are enjoying this journey.

Although Madonna reached the superstar status in the 80s it is her musical output of the 90s that really shows her genius. Erotica, Bedtime Stories, Ray of Light and Music (even though it was released in 2000) are the proof of how amazing Madonna really is

Madonna is so Goated bro.. I always knew who Madonna was and heard some of her big hits as a kid but after diving into the world of Madonna I am HOOKED.. I’m a 30 year old bald and bearded straight married man and I have no shame in saying Madonna is the shit and I listen to her music damn near religiously now 🤣😆

I almost teared up watching your reaction to this, as crazy as it sounds. It's my favourite Madonna album. The album wasn't a huge critical or commercial success back in the day, but now I feel it's aged like a fine wine. It's a sensual experience. Beautiful. PLEASE do Ray Of Light next, it takes the feeling of Bedtime Story, turns it upside down and creates a sonic journey of pleasure, self-discovery, spiritualism, sadness, dance and electronica. Chef's kiss.

Madonna's "chill out" album, perfect for the bedroom, or relaxing in the bath.

I adore Madonna of the 80's and my 2 favorite Madonna songs are from the 80's BUT she became a TRUE ARTIST in the 90's. The way she took risks, mixed different genres and just made things that were ahead of time...She's truly a phenomenal woman. Take a Bow and Forbidden Love are my favorite tracks here but I really love the whole track list. I wish Forbidden Love was a single

It's hard to say what is Madonna best. She change everything from album to album. She is unique in every way. Ray of Light probably will explode your mind.

Madonna really took her career to new levels when she released Ray of Light (1998) and Confessions on a Dancefloor (2005) - you will be blown away

Take a bow is her longest running No.1 single in USA The second half of this album is perfection although Secret is my favorite single. Rain and Secret made me a Madonna fan when I was a kid. If you liked Bedtime Story (the song) you should enjoy Ray of Light, her best album in my opinion

fun fact tupac was originally featured on I'd rather be your lover as they were dating at the time but her label didn't want it since they wanted to clean up her image after the erotica/sex book backlash! the original is here on youtube and to no surprise it was such a missed opportunity like that collab would've been huge

'Bedtime Stories' (1994) is definitely one of Madonna's best albums... She was supposed to go on a 1995 world' tour for this album however she got the lead part to portray Eva Peron in the musical film version Of 'Evita' (1996) While filming Evita she became pregnant with her daughter Lourdes.. Madonna won the Golden Globe for lead actress in a musical/comedy film and the song 'You Must Love Me' won the academy award for best original song from Evita.

Madonna is at her best in the 90's! The ballads, the new sounds, the artistic videos and the amazing vocals! And my favourite albums: Something to Remember and Ray of Light. I am concerned about your life, Taylor... I think the Ray of Light listening... will definitely kill you!

"BEDTIME STORY" was written by Björk which is why it's so absolutely weird and fascinating and just a fantastic addition to this album 👏

Real ones know this one is a sleeper hit. Totally underrated and criminally ignored. Erotica is my favourite M album but this is top 5 out of an amazing catalogue of work. People think Like a Prayer is a perfect album but I disagree… there are several songs that have promise, but don’t live up to the hits from the album. Erotica and Bedtime Stories is when she really hit her stride as a mature artist. Ray of Light is next. Another gem. This is her career peak. She has even more great albums in her future, but she was at her best within the 90s, I think.

Bedtime Stories is my favourite Madonna album. It was always the one I listened to the most. To this day I still have an original cd in my car, another one at home and the vinyl. It's my Sanctuary, whenever I need some peace of mind, travel in my thoughts or just relax. I love every song on this album without exception, but my heart beats faster in the quartet Forbidden Love, Love Tried to Welcome Me, Sanctuary and Bedtime Story. It was such an underrated album.

Loved this man. Was watching an interview where Madonna was saying she enjoyed her 90’s music most because thats where she got to be the architect of her sound/music. The Sanctuary/Bedtime Story is almost a prelude to what you will hear in Ray of Light and then some!

No! Other female singer will give you so many albums with different sounds. There’s a Madonna for everyone. There will never be another female singer like her. It’s like Elvis and Michael. It isn’t happening!

This album is wonderful. Beautifully written lyrics, interesting melodies, killer production, experimentation. Ray Of Light is probably even better. Madonna has made some truly incredible albums in her career. That's why I'm a fan, despite the fact that I don't relate to pop but more to rock, metal and electronica. I've never heard any pop star of her caliber make records like this.

Please, please, please, DON'T SKIP Something to Remember. Yes, it's not an album, but it has a bunch of songs, that are hard to come across anywhere else

I remember when the record came out. I was 20! Went into Walmart picked it up and drove for an hour just around listening to it. Loved it! Great times

Bedtime Stories is one of my favorite albums by Madonna. You should listen to Ray of light album ASAP!!! I really enjoyed the video 🖤🔥✨

I love this album so much, its her best work. The funk, the new jack swing, the R&B, everything that is fun and sexy is jammed in this masterpiece.

Madonna is always ahead of her time. This album is fantastic. It contains some of her best songs like Secret, Human Nature, Take a Bow, Bedtime Story. Right now, it even seems more sophisticated.

16:22 you have spot on lyrics analysis, that's why i really look forward to your reactions, you really pay attention to what you're listening to and don't just do overreactions faces and expressions so people click on the vid, i can see you really care, keep up with this amazing content!

Hands down my favorite Madonna album of all time. I can listen from start to finish every week. It’s incredible and completely underrated.👑👑

In 1994, I was 11 yrs old and I saved money to to buy this album. It was the very first album I owned and I listened to this album over and over, learning every lyric. To this day Bedtime Stories is my favorite Madonna album. Watching your reactions to this album brought back memories of me listening to this album. I'm glad to hear someone else enjoyed Love Tried to Welcome Me as much as I did!

Dude I have to agree, this is the album that made me a Madonna stan. This is a perfect album, no skips, and take a bow is one of my faves by her. You can hear baby face in the background thru the chorus too! When I listened to this album, I could see how she helped change the music in that time. I was a big pop kid too, I'm 33 and you can see how she influenced all the 90s pop. I dont have a peen, but I get it when you say you're hard for this album. Also, if you love good transitions, Green Days American Idiot album has 2 rock operas in it that have beautiful and perfect transitions, and Billie Eilishs new album Happier Than Ever also has some bomb ass transitions. Im LOVING this Madonna deep dive 😍

You’re the coolest guy reacting to Madonna’s art work!

This album represented a new power to her because of the way this album was received, first of all it became Madonna's first album ever to be nominated for a Grammy in the best pop album category, second, it had several collaborations ranging from hip hop (Dallas Austin), r&b (Babyface) and Trance/electronica (Björk); 3rd this album never had a world tour to support it, however just some live performances and even so, it was a huge success giving her longest ever running no.1 single "Take a Bow" (7 weeks billboard 100) and also no. 1 in 3 different billboard categories (hot 100, adult contemporary, and mainstream top 40). It also contains the 2 song written directly in reference to her mother up to that point (Inside Of Me) making it a very introspective and personal album. For these and many other reasons Bedtime Stories is a career changing album for her, even though, the main change is still yet to come, (Ray Of Light).

What a smart man!! This is as perfect as an album can be!!!!!!!!!

Before you move on to 'Ray of Light', you really should check out her 'Something to Remember' compilation album. There are a lot of songs on there that aren't included on the studio albums that you've covered so far.

One of my favorite Madonna albums, and easily one of her most underrated. I was born in '90 so I totally know what you mean about this '90s R&B/hip-hop sound of our childhood radiating from the album. I think that's why I like it so much - the album's so warm, nostalgic, and comforting. My favorites are probably Inside of Me, Human Nature, Forbidden Love, Take a Bow, and Secret. Really happy you liked it!

Just an F/Y/I.....the song "Inside Of Me" was written about her mom (she lost her mom at a very young age). But the way of the title and the "sexual innuendo" vibe of the song.....the listener thinks it's about a "romantic/sexual" relationship. The "genius" of Madonna is often amazing!! :)

I'm so happy you love it! Personally I still think "Like A Prayer" & "Ray Of Light" (you still need to react to this one 👀) are her best albums artistically speaking, but Bedtime Stories is such a mood. Something you can listen to anytime, anywhere.

An excellent reaction! Truly enjoyed watching!

So glad you liked Bedtime Stories. It is an amazing and underrated album in Madonna's catalogue. In terms of transitions from one song to another, my personal favorites are probably Like A Prayer-Dear Jessie to Oh Father, and also I'm Breathless-Now I'm Following You-Part 1 to Part 2 Which I know you liked, when you listened to it. I hope you don't skip Something To Remember-Although it features many ballads from Madonna's previous albums. There are several new tracks as well as singles that had not appeared on albums previously. Something To Remember also features my personal favorite Madonna song-You'll See which is often referred to as a sequel to Take A Bow which you will understand when you see the video clip.

My faves; Bedtime Stories, Ray of Light, Music, American Life. Those IMO are amazing!

She did interviews back then and she said that she really didn't like the recording process for BEDTIME STORIES and how SHE FELT that the album as a WHOLE wasn't COHESIVE... I WHOLE HEARTEDLY BEG TO DIFFER ❤

Survival is a trip!! I love the sweet and soft backing vocals of Niki and Donna, my fav song

This was the Madonna album that I first bought...and grew up with. Every song and lyric resonated and reflected what I was feeling as a love struck teenager to a special someone. It'll always be my most favorite of hers.

The Madonna, Nikki, and Donna eras were some of vocal highlights!! The three of them blended so well it goes through the Music album but wasn't used as much in Ray of Light.

I am just a casual Madonna enjoyer, so it's not idolatry when I say Madonna didn't make a single false move musically between the late 80s and 90s. I can't digest how some people still feel comfortable calling her untalented and "just" a provocative pop star. Even if she's not your favorite vocalist/songwriter/producer, her body of work up until American Life was pretty much flawless (IMO). Even when people praise her they only talk about her impact as a "cultural icon". But the music is fantastic too!

Your reactions turn me on 😂😂 you live the music! I love it

I'm sure you know Take A Bow, it was #1 for 7 weeks in 1995.

As far as I'm concerned, "Sanctuary" is Madonna's most underrated song of all time.

Sanctuary is such a spiritual sounding track I have always loved it. Sounds fresh 28 years later. So many good memories of this era and all of the videos for the singles were epic. Can’t wait to see your reaction to Ray of Light. I enjoy your reviews and great to see you discover the legend that is Madonna.

I really think you would enjoy Kylie Minogue’s self-titled album that was released the same year as Bedtime Stories, 1994. In fact I think you’d have a lot of fun with her whole catalogue, she continues to excel even in 2022!

Back in those days, Madonna was always the first to introduce or make some kind of sound into the mainstream, would always start from her and then another artist would run with it until that sound be used to exhaustion, but by then she would be already coming with a different sound all over again

“Finger on the pulse” and “reinvention” is what I think kept her raising above the other artists and kept our interest. Pure talent for knowing what we want before we do. 🙌🏼. NOW RAY OF LIGHT !!!!! my favorite album is next up and you’ll experience THE NEXT LEVEL of greatness 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 I can’t wait and I always enjoy your reactions. Very infectious and makes me reappreciate my love for this lady . Thank you for that

Love Tried to Welcome Me... that has to be one of my top 5 songs from Madonna. I am glad that you loved it.

G'day it's Steven from Down Under I've been on a wild and wonderful ride with Madonna since she first came on the scene in the early eighties. I agree this is one of her best albums, there are four singles that were released as music videos too. Actually Take a Bow is the song my eldest child use to love hearing when she was just twelve months old, she demanded hearing this and it would also settle her and put her in a good mood. I have memories associated with every single Madonna album... Anyway it's great that younger generations are enjoying brilliant pop music from idols like Madonna. ALL HAIL THE QUEEN OF POP

This album is one of my favorite ones of all time

I need - to see - your reaction - to the “Bedtime Story” music video! It’s part of the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art and a music video masterpiece! And OMFG, you do realize you are on the brink of listening to Madonna’s “Ray of Light” album, right?! Oh to be able to hear that album again with new ears, that is going to be a damn ride for you!

This is my favourite Madonna album. Masterpiece

I wish I could give more than one like!!! I was 11 years in 1995 and saw Take a Bow video in the background and the blonde woman on the screen caught my eye and i was transfixed on her BEAUTY. I later found out who she was and went out and bought the album. I was HOOKED. It spoke to me like nothing had ever spoken to me. I’ve been on the Madonna journey since and it has been an amazing life changing ride :) The videos to the album are gorgeous!

This album is so well done and beautiful. After all that fuss during the Erotica period, it was so good seeing her soft side again. "Love Tried to Welcome Me" is my favorite. Loved your reaction.

Love this, Taylor 😘 BS the album is Madonna's most cohesive. Definitely one of her all-time best. Standouts: (1) Love Tried to Welcome Me [among my top 5 M songs ever] (2) Inside of Me (3) Survival (4) I'd Rather Be Your Lover (5) Don't Stop

Little fun fact: Bedtime Stories was her first ALBUM to be nominated for a Grammy award (Best Pop Vocal Album) in 1996. It lost to Joni Mitchell’s Turbulent Indigo. She went on to win that category in 1999 for the Ray of Light album.

This is my 2nd favorite album. My first one is Ray of light. I can't wait till you hear itttt

Bjork worked on the title track. Would highly recommend checking out her albums Post, Homogenic and Vespertine.

"Confessions of a dance floor", will be the definition of transition. Be prepared, to get transitiongasm. 🤯

This album is like being flying on a cloud in a clear day. Smoth, pure, clean, beautiful, soft.

Thank you for giving Madonna the respect she truly deserves.

Transitions on confessions will blow your mind x

Can’t wait for you to get to Ray Of Light, you’ll be mesmerized! It’s a DEFINITE before and after in her career

Another MUST watch is the video for ‘Human Nature’. That video, like the song, is just iconic. It’s such a “fuck you” to all her detractors but also shows the lengths she’ll go to fulfill her artistic vision. While the set is very simple, the choreography, costuming, editing, etc., are all on point.

You have to react next to her "Something to Remember" ballads collection. It has a lot soundtrack singles and 3 new songs.

Love this album. I remember my uncle had a cassette tape of this when I was young.

Oh i love this album so much. I really love 10 out of 11 songs. Love the journey, love Madonna's artistry. The four videos of this album are top notch as well.

Thank you for appreciating Love Tried to Welcome Me. One of my favorite Madonna ballads. The lyrics are haunting, relatable, and stunning. Bedtime Stories is such a hidden gem. Love the reaction

One of my favorite albums I love to hear when I'm painting. Thanks. :) Then again, anything, Madonna. :)

I teared up when he had a flashback on Take a Bow! So amazingly tender!!

Brilliant reaction as usual, love you. Wait to you see the videos!

One of my favorites! I was in 10th grade when Bedtime Stories came out in 1994. I just turned 43 years ago a few days ago! Madonna is always ahead the curve and she doesn't receive the critical musical acclaim as some of her peers. She knows who to work and collaborate with and "Bedtime Stories" is evidence! From R&B royalty Babyface, Dallas Austin, Nellee Hooper, Dave "Jam" Hall and music genius Bjork, Madonna created one of the most sonically cohesive albums in her career. Now after watching this, I have to play "Bedtime Stories" on my Sonos, LOL.. (Love Tried to Welcome Me, Survival, Inside of Me, Sanctuary, Bedtime Story and Secret..hell the entire album are my favs).. Great review and keep up the great work!

Never quite understood why this one was so underrated. It’s one of my favorites.

Can't wait till you see all the videos that came from this era. I love R&B but it's taken me a while to warm up to this album (I heard it for the first time about a year ago), except for the obvious big hits from it--i.e. Secret, Human Nature, Bedtime Story, and Take a Bow. For me, the album that got me on the fan bandwagon is Ray of Light...talk about a vibe!

I’m glad you enjoyed it. It’s one of my favorite albums, it was so effortless for her. Thank you for the enthusiasm 🥰💪🏻

I have a new found appreciation for this album as an adult. I was born in 91, my first real memory of Madonna is mainly the ray of light and music albums. I remember listening to a lot of her back catalogue when i was a teenager, and not really feeling bedtime stories. But now i absolutely love this album, its incredible. Crazy to think this is basically her most underappericated and overlooked album.

It is one of the most cohesive Madonna albums. I’ve been listening to the album, alongside 80s-early 90s Madonna classics like Like a Prayer, Erotica, or True Blue. I loved the album and thought it was so underrated. After watching you reacting to the album, I think I myself underrated it compared to how you reacted lol. Great video, I enjoy watching you getting excited listening to her discog. First-time listening to songs like Live to Tell, Rain, and the whole Bedtime Stories album gave me the ecstatic moments the same way. Think it’s time to go back and get lost in this album, again 😊

Take a Bow was a US number 1 for eight weeks what i can remember in the early 90s.

My favorite of ALL her catalog ! The triple layers on most songs are brilliant...Go Babyface!!!!!! AND LOVE TRIED TO WELCOME ME...is one of her best vocal efforts EVER!

Madonna at the top of her game. Amazing album. Bedtime Story is the best song and it has an mind tripping video.

Bedtime stories is such a beautiful album! I started loving Madonna during the Bedtime Stories era.