First time hearing Madonna - “Live To Tell” Reaction | Asia and BJ

[@gopies1456]

Madonna the highest selling female recording artist of all time with 400 million records sold worldwide. So many hits across 4 decades. Madonna just played in front of 1.6 million people in Brazil. The highest attended concert of all time. A true icon and legend

[@murraytown4]

It was a free concert. What do you expect?

[@jamesr2164]

​@@murraytown4 lots of singers could give free concerts and still not be able to pull in a million people.

[@MARS0l]

@@murraytown4All concerts with the most record breaking have been free. Theres no way it cant be.

[@GottaLookInwardToSeeOutward]

shut up

[@ralphwatts8993]

And I have never gotten it.🤷🏻‍♂️ She’s fine.🤘🏻

[@en6278]

She is an underrated singer. ALL her ballads she sounds stunning. she is not a powerhouse vocalist but she is a great pop singer. Nile rodgers said this song was Madonnas most real vocal. Its her voice at its rawest.

[@MsLuvmusic81]

yeah I do love her ballads - crazy for you, take a bow

[@LearnToRefine]

That Bridge at 5:39 is the best part of the song. This woman can sing for real. Check out "GONE". It's another slow song that Madonna rocks

[@DavidDrouant]

My fave from her.The music is haunting

[@MarcoNegrisEye]

So is the face

[@gigi-ij1hk]

@@MarcoNegrisEye Don't you have anything better to do?

[@evhleppard]

My favorite too

[@MarcoNegrisEye]

@@gigi-ij1hk what? Like comment on the same section that YOU commented on? ...I'm Scottish so obviously intelligent. I'll give you 24 hours to catch up 😂

[@gigi-ij1hk]

@@MarcoNegrisEye I don't spend my time posting shitty sexist comments about people who are a million times more successful than either of us will ever be. Also WTF does "I'm Scottish so obvs intelligent" mean? No shade to the rest of your people but you're not exactly doing them proud here

[@chrisbehrens763]

I got to see her in concert last April. Best concert I've ever been to. Her performance of this song was particularly moving, as she had thousands of pictures up honoring those who have died from AIDS

[@mariebarnes416]

That would be very moving.

[@kellysteele4311]

At close Range. You should really react to that movie. Based on a true story. Back when Madonna and Saun Penn were together

[@DanielHBuchmann]

Lots of great actors in that film. Kiefer Sutherland, Chris Penn, David strathairn, crispin glover, and of course sean Penn and a wacky/creepy performance from Walken.

[@jediprettyboy]

Well done, but disturbing film.

[@bryanjensen2614]

Just don't take pics of Sean or he'll punch you.

[@westloop446]

💯 should watch that movie and react. 👏🏼

[@buffaloditka]

Watched it for the first time ever a few months ago and I’m an early 40 something. Recommended it to a coworker who also enjoyed it but it’s worth looking into the events that the movie is based upon to get a more general understanding of what happened

[@briandubois-gilbert8182]

This is a profoundly personal song that she co-wrote and recorded. She gave this song spectacular live versions in 2005 Confessions Tour (the crucifixion scene/plight of the African AIDS orphans) and in her recent Celebration Tour (tribute to her friends and those who perished from the AIDS epidemic). Suggest you view these to get a fuller appreciation of her artistry and advocacy.

[@dalee72]

Even the Who's That Girl Tour and the Blond Ambition Tour versions are great too.

[@MsLuvmusic81]

yes I went to the celebration concert before xmas and that brought me to tears when all those pictures came up singing that song

[@carolineneisha]

4:18 This! I love this exchange between you because you’re BOTH right. She has a distinct style and brand that’s unmistakeable, and paradoxically part of that is that she is constantly reinventing herself and evolving as an artist. Never, ever stagnant or repetitive (other than reliably pushing people’s buttons and make them *feel* something.) One way or the other, she’s going to move you - either physically, or emotionally.

[@dorothyannford8448]

Every album has a different feel to it. She is so versatile

[@JasonMistretta-wf5ip]

This is my all-time favorite Madonna song. As someone typed below me, it is "haunting" because of the movie that it s linked to....

[@halcyonickaiju]

The scene from the movie this is in is magical

[@JaDav40]

Whitney...Mariah...Celine...they're all technically better singers. But Madonna paints a picture with her music that none of them can match, especially with her 20th century work.

[@craigmoyle2924]

What is the movie

[@JasonMistretta-wf5ip]

@@craigmoyle2924 It is called "At Close Range." It is a 1986 movie starring a young Sean Penn, Christopher Walken. Christopher Penn, & Kiefer Sutherland

[@JaDav40]

@@JasonMistretta-wf5ip And later Christopher Walken appeared in Madonna's cinematic "Bad Girl" music video.

[@fabianenriquez2814]

One of my fave songs from her! She blew everyone away when this song came out because she completely changed her image. Her transformation would never settle to one style. She constantly evolved and her appearance became a part of that. So many imitations but only one Madonna!!🥰⭐️😎

[@gxramirez]

Thanks for appreciating Madonna! My favorite artist of all time and right up there with the Beatles and Elvis. Legendary and historic.

[@chrisofstars]

I think Live to Tell is super underrated and one of her best songs. Its haunting melody and words is such a mood.

[@billreusing9149]

her live performances of this song are so iconic! 🔥

[@steve6valdez]

Madonna has said the lyrics were partly inspired by her parents and the lying she witnessed at home while growing up. I saw her concert in Houston in March. It was incredible to hear her sing this live while black & white photos of friends & loved ones of Madonna and hundreds of others that were lost to AIDS were displayed on multiple screens. Pictures everywhere of loved ones no longer with us. Very moving.

[@jediprettyboy]

Not gonna lie. I’m not a Madonna fan at all for various reasons, but she knocked it out of the park with this one. It’s a hauntingly beautiful song.

[@MartinSmith156]

And she wrote the song too. In one day

[@helgafever768]

Madonna has the best pop songs ever 😘

[@kevinl2578]

Right? I mean I'm not really a Madonna fan because of reasons I won't get into but this song is dope and so are probably about 6 other songs of hers!

[@johngarza1614]

@@MartinSmith156 Less time than that...😉

[@gregorysmith3405]

Agreed. I think this might be her best song really.

[@myfriendisaac]

I saw Madonna perform this live in December! Great performance of a great ballad by a GREAT ARTIST 💣🔥👏🏾

[@surlechapeau]

Asia & BJ, you'll love her "Into The Groove" and "Dress You Up"!!!

[@toolshed7652]

One of her best songs in my opinion

[@mdl1182]

When you said I think she's talking about me you hit on something that really speaks to Madonnas incredible song writing. She has so many songs where they conveys a feeling and a scenario personal to her but doesn't hit you over the head with the idea leaving it up for personal interpretation by the listener. Many times while being interviewed and asked about specific meanings to any particular song she will say she prefers to keep it to herself and leave it open to interpretation. This song really embodies that and her song writing.

[@tomschmitz-dj1fg]

She has a honest voice, that makes you believe everything she sings... from ballads to dance....

[@raymondhira2723]

Love the old Madonna. 'Papa Don't Preach' is another banger

[@skayt35]

Memories of my first stay in the U.S. in 1986, it was playing on the school bus the whole time.

[@JasonMistretta-wf5ip]

1:37. I recommend that you go and lookup the ACTUAL Music Video! The original music video explains the words of the song. This was on the soundtrack of a movie called "At Close Range." The movie is a murder mystery. The original music video will explain the song!

[@FindingMadonna]

The song definitely fits the movie, but I'm pretty sure it's a personal song to her. About the pain of growing up without a mother, etc. But she wrote it so it's vague enough that it could have multiple meanings. In later years she performed the song as a tribute to the people she's lost to AIDS (as you may already know!).

[@darranbewick5292]

I just love this song.

[@daniellaplume3840]

She sings, like spoken poetry

[@MusicSportandGeneralStuff]

One of Madonna's best songs ❤️

[@luisalbertocalla6649]

Hi guys! I have followed Madonna since the beginning of her long career and I can assure you that this beautiful song is in the Top 10 of her hits.

[@johnthegreek5836]

Madonna is extremely intelligent, straight A student in high school, she kept herself current during her career, a great music artist

[@Icon4life2]

Yessss. The Queen! Love it. Amazing song by her. More Madonna please! Love you guys!

[@darkphyn]

Madonna in dark mode: Live to Tell, Frozen, & especially Oh Father (which is incredibly impressive for the lyrics, vocals, & cinematography).

[@kimberlinibambini1968]

Always have and always will LOVE this song!!! 💖💙🙂👍

[@deborahcornell171]

There are only two songs of hers that I have always liked. This is one of them & is from the movie "At Close Range". The other one is also from a movie.."This Used To Be My Playground", played during the end credits of "A League of Their Own". Both songs have a haunting, ethereal quality that comes through regardless of the singer. Beautiful.✨️✨️

[@gerrisutton7586]

Those are my two favorites of hers as well.

[@jamesgoldman6942]

Couldn't agree more.

[@SuperQueenMadonna]

Madonna vocals is about emotion in her voice. It’s not about range, it’s her tone and her ability to find notes not used by belters, she’s a story teller through every note.

[@DamienBarber-pp7su]

Live To Tell is a Masterpiece. What LIVE TO TELL live wich showa she deserver her tititle. QUEEN!!!!!!!

[@insomniacmanX]

This song was made for a movie called 'At close range" based on a true story. One of her best songs, this was before She went nuts.

[@DavidDrouant]

Walken and Penn

[@insomniacmanX]

@@DavidDrouant 👍great movie

[@chercee]

@@DavidDrouant Sean's (now late) brother Chris plays his brother, and their mother plays their *grandmother*!

[@evhleppard]

Yes, my favorite of hers, great movie too

[@jamesr2164]

She has not gone nuts. What a ridiculous comment.

[@Pause_mania]

I❤️ this song soooo much!👏🏾👏🏾 It takes me back to when I lived in NYC. I was in love🥰

[@ThatsillyChickBeth]

Seeing her perform this live.... Gave me chills! I'm 46 years old and I have loved her since I was little

[@RickBrenner-z4i]

“Live to Tell” is one of my favorite songs of the ‘80s. It takes me back to April of ‘86, visiting my grandparents in West Palm Beach, Florida while lying out near the swimming pool in their Century Village retirement community. The song always brings me back to that fun, relaxing day😊.

[@ilovethe80slovesongs21]

One of my favorite songs from her!

[@stevenalexander403]

G'day it's Steven from down under the Love your honest reactions This is one of my many favorite Madonna songs. ALL HAIL THE QUEEN OF POP!

[@annemarinelli7303]

Bj always has an insightful observance because he’s right about how different and special Madonna’s voice, sound and style is! I think he said even though she doesn’t hit really high or low notes, it’s still so special and beautiful.

[@Janet076]

Her theme song to the movie ‘League of Their Own’ .. beautiful lyrics.

[@RickBrenner-z4i]

“This Used to Be My Playground”😊. You’re right. Both that song as well as “Live to Tell” are two phenomenal, haunting, downbeat songs by the great Madonna😊. Proving she wasn’t only about bouncy, catchy pop dance songs. She also has a somber, thoughtful side.

[@jamievanduesen3637]

Such a great song. The album it comes from, "True Blue", is great. Not a bad song on it.

[@RickBrenner-z4i]

“True Blue” u said it. The whole album is a knockout😊. It would be any other artist’s “Greatest Hits” album, but for Madonna, it’s just one of her MANY great albums😊. What a talent she is:)

[@jet07son]

as said in the comments below this is the movie song from ( at close range ) which I highly recomend watching , the actors in it are sean penn , his brother in real life chris penn who passed ( bless him ) and christofor walkin whos a great actor ... as always love both your reactions and interpretations of the song . spot on asia be careful who you tell your feelings to , again love your reactions ..

[@AmerieFanbase]

Her best song

[@GottaLookInwardToSeeOutward]

forever the queen of pop

[@pmointernet]

Thanks!

[@AsiaandBJ]

No problem! Thank you!!

[@Spacepen2002]

My Top 3 Madonna Tracks No. 3 The Power of Goodbye - No. 2 Live to Tell and No. 1 I’ll Remember 🙏

[@Christian_Adonis1]

Oh, I would have reacted to the official video as the visuals of this video are just as beautiful.😊

[@evelynne2846]

The official video is about the movie, At Close Range, starring Christopher Walken and her then husband, Sean Penn. Much of the movie is in the video. She's singing about the murder in the movie which is shown in the video. You'll get so much more from it. You'll enjoy it.

[@dorothyannford8448]

This song is also the song for the movie she played in At Close Range. She and her husband Sean Penn at the time casted in.

[@pamelaesparza1586]

One of my favorites. Among these were this one and the song from a league of their own This used to be my playground ❤

[@TheGamerClubber]

BEAUTIFUL (vídeo, artista, lyrics, song...) She is a unique versátil artist. She sings with so much emotion ❤

[@pkleo73]

who doesnt like Madonna?! lol. Ive loved her since the day she breathed life into this world...meaning, her first track lol. And her bday is a few days after mine ;) Love this song. thnx guys. Also you guys were speaking about the difference in her tone throughout all her songs. and youre right. A bunch of her b-side type tracks are like that also. Shes just got such a range ...as herself..

[@scotties.3414]

The official video (promoting both song and movie) is super cool too.

[@Inked-Smash]

Has been a favorite song of mine since childhood!

[@notsogood9449]

My favorite Madonna song... Slow Banger!

[@ArlynMeylan-jo7hq]

From a great movie and true story when madonna sang great music she had a beautiful voice 😊

[@tracyvarner9244]

One of my favorite Madonna songs and it goes perfectly with the movie At Close Range which is based on a true story. The ending of the movie breaks my heart… A truly haunting movie.

[@sirex02]

You guys need to start watching her live shows!

[@JaDav40]

Madonna was at her best when she did the brooding, haunting songs. From True Blue, this was her first masterpiece. Like a Prayer gave us "Oh Father", another masterpiece. Then Erotica gave us "Bad Girl". To this day, that trilogy is her finest hour.

[@cortefielkid1455]

Gotta check out “Spotlight” by her. Almost no radio play,but was played in the clubs. IMO one of her best

[@paranormalinpdx]

This was a great movie too At Close Range was the soundtrack it was on, she was married to Sean Penn who was one of the leads

[@loramacrae-lopes6293]

One of my favorites of hers. Try You Must Love Me and Don’t Cry for Me Argentina from the movie EVITA. Both really showcase her voice and are just beautiful.

[@mrlij6534]

this always flashes me back to the 80s. Mike and Madonna Ran that decade

[@Kerppu68]

The icons and legends with their big secrets must go and never come back

[@garryashton7093]

You should react to the live version of this on the confession tour its stunning

[@bryanjensen2614]

Taking me back to my senior year 1986-87 with this one!

[@dougstyles]

This song takes me back to Massachusetts, elementary school. Now I'm 50 and in Az. Good choice.

[@richardmontgomery4294]

Her best song imo. Written for her hubby Sean Penn’s movie At Close Range, which is excellent as well. Especially Christopher Walken at his best.

[@rudyvillela4489]

She wrote this song at the time she was married to Sean Penn. They only lasted four years together. However, this song was used as the lead song to a film Sean was in, At Close Range. The combination of the film’s plot along with her tumultuous marriage to Sean is where this song stems.

[@zhudili]

You guys must see the live version of this song from The Confessions Tour. It will give you goosebumps,I guarantee

[@nunya9540]

❤One my favorites her early years ❤

[@DonGill-cu5mo]

Beautiful song.

[@inquizative44]

It is a messmerizing song. This song is from a movie soundtrack At Close Range, if you see the movie you will understand the song better.

[@poeslanding]

Definitely her best song!

[@indigosunset70]

btw, the lyrics were written revovling around the movie it was made for starring sean penn. its about a son knowing his dad is a mobster that just murdered. hence the secret that burns inside that she keeps singing about

[@stefankauderer4734]

Live to tell from Madonna a realy great song. Sean Penn and Madonna..... 🫣

[@cherylandrews8323]

Love this tune ❤ can so relate. Another great video guys ❤

[@Dmaki650]

Asia pretty much said it. Madonna is and was known for being the Queen of Reinvention. Each album is different from the last. To put it simply, Madonna doesn't like to repeat herself.

[@billgatt7816]

This was in the movie called At close Range with sean penn who was married to Madonna at the time

[@BandasDelivery]

The Queen!

[@brandonjones1349]

Hell Yeah!!! Nice one A n B!!! 💥☘️🇺🇲

[@dalee72]

I read in an interview she said that this song was originally inspired by her relationship or lack thereof with her father and stepmother while she was growing up and the lying that went on from her parents to her. But this song was used as part of the soundtrack for her then husband Sean Penn in his movie At Close Range which you guys should react to.

[@deborahdenson1]

You two are the cutest couple ever love your videos! The soundtrack is from the movie at close range. She co-wrote the song for the movie which her husband at the time Sean Penn was playing in. The movie is based on a true story that happened in Pennsylvania. One of the best movies I've ever seen! One of the best songs from a soundtrack ever.

[@3John16]

I was barely a teen in the 80's when this csme out. Love you guys!

[@Entenluc]

My favorite song by Madonna

[@jamesgoldman6942]

By far her very best. Epic song.

[@eddiemi]

Underrated song from a great movie. One of Penn's best performances.

[@neal5068]

There is a great video for this song

[@bronxcartel6193]

This is simply her best

[@davehess1019]

this song is on the soundtrack to a movie about the Johnston brothers who were a crime family

[@brianvernon249]

This song was Madonna telling the masses, “I can be tasteful too” Gaga did that with that Mary Poppins thingy.

[@fabian4ever69]

Great song from a great movie, At Close Range.

[@tec52]

This song if from the movie "At Close Range" (a movie based on a true crime story). I stars Sean Penn (Madonna's then husband), Cristopher Penn and Christopher Walken. It is a VERY good movie and you guys should definitely watch/react to. I'm not (and never was a Madonna fan but this is my fav song of hers.

[@nataliephillips9494]

she is a classic

[@bethprather9241]

I read she did write it about a hard past family life.

[@user-bj2lu9qt3o]

Great ballad.

[@JuanCiccone]

“Live To Tell” could be interpreted in many different ways, but I believe Madonna is singing about childhood scars that follow us into adulthood. The lies being told at home, the sudden passing of her mother when she was only 5 years old, growing up as the middle child and feeling ignored and unloved by her father, ultimately leaving Michigan and moving to New York with only $35 to her name in the pursuit of a better life. Her 1989 single “Oh Father” would expand on that narrative, reflecting on her relationships with the men in her life after her divorce to Sean Penn.