Madonna - What It Feels Like for a Girl (Album Version) Reaction

Hi everyone!
We're reacting to the album version of Madonna's What It Feels Like for a Girl (We'll react to the official video version of the song in our next video). What a powerful (and emotional) song!
You can listen to the official audio here: • What It Feels Like for...
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[@foran0004]

She never released songs we wanted to hear...but she released songs we needed to hear.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Beautiful! ❤️❤️

[@s.tupper4159]

I am shocked to hear that you have received abusive comments. I've never noticed any. Your channel and subscribers are so positive and everyone is so into your reactions. Let me say that your channel brightens my day every time I watch and you both exude only love and respect. Don't let the naysayers get you down. Madonna never has!!!

[@briandubois-gilbert8182]

Check their Music video reaction two weeks ago. There’s a hateful and disrespectful comment from a certain “RocknRollDina” Y/T channel. Madonna and her true, loyal admirers have always drawn the attention of bigots who can’t stand open-mindedness, intellectual discussions/analysis, the truth, kindness and goodwill. It’s the kind of crap that Madonna and her admirers had to put up with and learn how to deal with all the time. I’ve seen and experienced it during my own Madonna deep dive journey. But the key is not to be deterred. You can’t just always ignore it, there are times when one has to stand up to the bullying and nastiness and not allow the haters to define the narrative. I responded to that particular comment which I found demeaning and uncalled for. I appreciate Brenda mentioning their experience here.

[@s.tupper4159]

@@briandubois-gilbert8182 I don't think it is still there. Must have been removed? Don't understand why anyone wastes their time with disrespectful negativity. There is always a respectful way to express a view -- even if it is not a popular view.

[@Marc-zi5cq]

Did the hateful comments target our lovely ladies or Madonna? Madonna has always had her haters, thats fine, shes for acquired taste, not for everyone but WHY would anyone be hateful towards Brenda and Emily? That's insane.

[@oscardelgado1075]

Seriously? Turn a deaf ear to foolish comments

[@briandubois-gilbert8182]

@@s.tupper4159 It’s still there. Click and scroll down “Newest” comments; it doesn’t appear under “Top” comments which is the default setting in Y/T.

[@mascottie]

Don’t get discouraged by trolls who leave negative comments. That’s sad for them that they aren’t sharing the same joy we all are. Keep being yourselves. 😀

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you so much! Big hugs to you. ❤️❤️

[@Jacks_here]

The voice in the beginning is Charlotte Gainsbourg in a film The Cement Garden.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Thank you for sharing that with us! ❤️❤️

[@Matthew-t8t]

Brenda is going to lose it when you watch madonna woman of the year speech.. 2016 .the professional shot one

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

❤️❤️

[@ricardoassis1788]

Waiting for this reaction (Woman of the Year)…. 😉

[@ElectroPrince3000]

One of Madonna’s most vulnerable moments as a songwriter. I like to call this version the “Yin” version, as it’s really gentle, sweet & soothing. The music video (which was directed by her ex-husband Guy Ritchie) features the remix version, aka the “Yang” version. And trust me, you are NOT ready for it! 🚘🏥🍟🏧⛽️

[@zanyzander]

Love the yin/yang idea

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Can't wait to see the video, especially now that you've described it as the "Yang" version of this song. Looking forward to it! ❤️❤️

[@Marc-zi5cq]

This is one of the most thoughtful reactions i have seen on KZbin. You just get her and take the time to appreciate her lyrics and message. Madonna is relentlessly fighting against sexism, racism, homophobia...this is really a feminist anthem throwing some hard truths and still to this day, she gets alot of hatred from women too, telling her to hang it up and that she is over...I will never understand. Also you are so right about people trying to silence Madonna and trying to make her irrelevant when they didnt want to hear her truth...it happened during Erotica and while after Evita, Ray Of Light and also Music she was criticly acclaimed and highly successful, the next backlash and radio ban and effort to silence her and make her irrelevant is just one very political album away, so also your reaction is predicting the future on the journey as well. Wonderful reaction of two educated, kind women.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you so much - You're very sweet and kind to us ! ❤️❤️ And thank you for so eloquently describing the backlash that Madonna has received over the course of her career - Very well said! ❤️

[@steven-yu3tu]

It’s still more than a decade away, but Every single thing you said about feminism, Madonna addresses in a Women in Music award she receives. It’s an amazing speech (when the time comes) you’ll need the tissues.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

❤️❤️

[@moonstone1159]

This is my favorite version of this song. The video version is a remix and the concert version blew me away!

[@luca_ducky1963]

The music video for this song is a WHOLE other experience. Not only that it’s a remixed version of the song. It’s just completely different. It was definitely the right decision to react to the song first so that you can digest the song, and the music video separately lol

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Can't wait to see the contrast! ❤️❤️

[@cyberaga20]

One of her most important songs

[@daniellaplume3840]

Thank God for this channel 🙏

[@baptiste7291]

so agree!!!!

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Thank you for being here and sharing this experience with us - We're so grateful! ❤️❤️

[@MisterCiccone]

I knew you would really appreciate this, so glad you heard it before the video. Now the video will even make more sense, when you watch it I think. I felt your emotions and thanks so much for your women's point of view. As a gay man I can also relate to the song, especially the opening lines, which are from the movie "The cement garden", read by Charlotte Gainsbourg. She is a daughter of the famous Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin. (From the French song "Je t'aime moi non plus", which was a controversial 'hit' in the early 70's in Europe and was later performed by Madonna.)

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

"I felt your emotions and thanks so much for your women's point of view. As a gay man I can also relate to the song, especially the opening lines, which are from the movie "The cement garden", read by Charlotte Gainsbourg." Biggest hugs to you! ❤️❤️

[@michaeldominguez8272]

Ignore the ignorance, ignorants, and the haters. The world is full of them, but we don’t let them bring us down.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

❤️❤️

[@gregyear201]

You both get Madonna as a force in music. I just to say how strong and gentle you are. Your wisdom is infectious. Thank you.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you so much - You're very kind! ❤️❤️ Big hugs to you!

[@williammarloncoup1681]

The video version is completely different. Guy Ritchie directed it. Its a wild ride. During DWT she performs it beautifully in Spanish. Thank you.

[@adambensouda5886]

Love the performance on DWT!

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Thank you! ❤️❤️ Looking forward to the video version (and seeing it on DWT)!

[@richardc8795]

Excellent review ladies. Glad you chose to do both song and video. This song is rather like swallowing a spoon of bitter truth. Such a great message from Madonna. You’re going to love her in the video, she kicks ass! Looking forward to that. Have a lovely day. ❤️

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you so much! ❤️❤️ "This song is rather like swallowing a spoon of bitter truth. Such a great message from Madonna." That's a perfect description and really sums up how we felt listening to it. Hope you have a wonderful evening! ❤️

[@Marc-zi5cq]

Loved your thoughtful analysis. Your channel and the Madonna journey to me really is the most exciting thing on KZbin now. Smart , kind women with amazing taste, we love you

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you! We always grateful for your kindness (and thoughtful contributions to our channel). Sending lots of love to you! ❤️❤️

[@parsimonioso]

Hi!!! I usually don't comment on KZbin videos, but after watching your reaction and hearing about the haters, I wanted to write to you and send you all my support. I love your videos as they have made me revisit Madonna's career, and I'm happy that you have reached the era where I discovered her music when I was 12 years old in 2000. I send you love, a hug, and a big thank you. Best regards, An anxious Chilean guy.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you so much! ❤️❤️ It really means a lot to us that you took the time to write such a sweet and thoughtful comment, and we're very grateful for your support. Sending lots of love and big hugs to our anxious Chilean friend!! ❤️

[@Gary-Spice]

I love you both but the woman on the right I just want to hug u. I feel your spirit.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, big hugs to you! Sending so much love your way. ❤️❤️

[@garyrowland8933]

Madonna sums up all of these ridiculous stereotypes in her incredible speech at the 2016 Billboard Women of the Year event. Definitely get those tissues ready!

[@jamesr2164]

Yes, I hope they eventually watch that 👍

[@briandubois-gilbert8182]

If the ladies stick by their chronological Madonna journey-that speech comes after the Rebel Heart tour in 2016. However, this maybe a good spot to cover it in the theme of What It Feels Like For A Girl. Their call.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

❤️❤️

[@hollandjwm]

Awww, I was so looking forward to you doing the high octane remix with the Guy Ritchie directed video. Please tell me you're doing it too, because it's so fun to see Madonna having a blast in the video.

[@hollandjwm]

Suppose I should've watched the video 1st. Haha. Glad you're doing the video next. It's an entirely new experience. Let the mayhem begin!

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

😂 Big hugs to you! ❤️❤️

[@brentholcomb7842]

Love it. Love the song, love the reactions, love Madonna, love y'all. Please react to the last song on this album, Gone! It's gorgeous and acoustic-guitar-folky without losing the trippy-spacey-electronic vibes. This album is a gem!

[@briandubois-gilbert8182]

Gone is my fave gem from this album. It’s her powerful reaffirmation of her commitment to her artistry and advocacy. Although she didn’t make a video for this song, she performed it beautifully live during her DWT. Here’s a video link of Gone with lyrics: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHjbhZiJl5aJec0si=cwVyrPXAkLmlRNff

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Thank you so much - We love you too! ❤️❤️ And thank you for the recommendation!

[@jonl7692]

The spoken words at the beginning of the song are from a movie called The Cement garden one of Madonnas favourite movies

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Thank you for sharing that with us! ❤️❤️

[@TonyRom257]

Incredible ladies! Never ever let the haters infect your mind.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you - Sending lots of love your way! ❤️❤️

[@bexyweewaggys]

I don't think you're ready for the video haha I am so looking forward to it!!

[@DanielCostadaSilva]

Madonna has been dragged down in the dirt so many times for defying the standards for women. It’s just like you say, what is acceptable? Why can’t a woman do whatever she wants? What is it about womanhood and femininity that is so degrading? Madonna never ceased to ask these questions and to do the exact opposite of what is expected of her.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Very well said! Thank you. ❤️❤️

[@Matuteilcapo]

Don't pay attention to the haters, the people who appreciate what you do is what really matter in the end. Modern Society is and has been so cruel with women, I'm a man and I always notice the different kind of treatment, for us, boys, it's so much easier. I hope for a change, it has to happen. Thank U Beautiful ladies!! Have a beautiful weekend!

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, you're so sweet - Thank you for the kind words! ❤️❤️ Hope you have an amazing weekend too! Sending lots of love your way. ❤️

[@karimnaboulsi1106]

I could watch your discussion all day, love it ❤❤

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, you're very kind - Thank you so much! ❤️❤️

[@ivco93]

Madonna released this song in Spanish "Lo Que Siente La Mujer" Also,she performed at Drowned World Tour all in Spanish

[@richardc8795]

I love that performance. Our Anxious Ladies are going to love that!!

[@scottywotty8550]

Yes, it's easily in my top 10 of Madonna's live performances.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Can't wait to hear this one in Spanish! ❤️❤️

[@AldoSergioFuentesTorres]

Its a beautiful reaction . Thank you so much for sharing this review!! I can´t wait to see your reaction to the Drowned World Tour🤩🤩🤩, the tour that promoted bedtime story, ray of light and music´s albums..

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, you're very kind - Thank you! ❤️❤️ We're also incredibly excited to see DWT!

[@khaledalomar3145]

I’m so glad you heeded our advice and listened to the album version first and got to grasp and appreciate Madonna’s message. I can’t wait to watch your reaction to the video next; my feelings about the remix aside, the concept of the video is well executed and fun to watch.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Yes, it was great advice! Can't wait to see the video. ❤️❤️

[@Icon4life2]

My favorite song off this album and I love the music video. The album version is complete, the video is a mix. But a cool mix.

[@GabrielA-nf7vz]

You’re both awesome!!! I am glad you’re reacting to the album version and then the video. Both amazing but both give you a different vibe and experience. I actually love the video, I think you’ll love it too.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, you're very kind - Thank you! ❤️❤️ And we think you're awesome for being here on this journey with us! Big hugs to you. ❤️

[@gaijinlife]

Great reaction ladies as always. Very sad to hear you receive nasty comments on your channel, when you both just exude kindness, intelligence and positivity - maybe that's what is threatening to some!? I love your channel! Also Im sure it wasn't planned but I love that you were both wearing virtually the same clothes for this, showing unintentional female solidarity! ✊❤️❤️

[@briandubois-gilbert8182]

It’s the eternal struggle within human nature-between our better “angels” and our “demons”. In our “demons” warped and dark view of the world, they are intolerant of kindness and goodwill and instead turn to meanness and being rude; instead of using intelligence to find wisdom and the light of truth, they wallow in ignorance and falsehoods; instead of positivity and magnanimity they resort to hate and mediocrity. We’ve been told of the ending of this story-where our “better angels” should prevail over our “demons”. But I believe it’s up to each one of us to do our part, and stay the course if we want to see the better outcome. Just my take about the “haters” issue.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you so much! ❤️❤️ We love that you're here with us! And yes, it was a great time to have matching outfits (although we can't take credit for planning it - Just a happy accident). ❤️

[@Sergeparadiesvogel]

I love your reactions! Thank you for bringing so much joy to us fans ❤️

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Thank you so much - You're very sweet! ❤️❤️

[@fredericlefur3431]

How people can make horrible comments!!! You're so kind and smart... your analysis are very clever and relevant !!! Love your post ❤

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, you're very sweet - Thank you so much! ❤️❤️ And thank you for being here. ❤️

[@perrynhiscox5331]

I love his you guys are so honest and that you are huge Madonna fans . It’s so awesome to hear your perspectives on her music . She certainly is an Icon and is always willing to be her own person and to bring light to many topics/ things that are considered. Taboo

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, you're very sweet - Thank you! ❤️❤️

[@RockinDaBoombox]

The Album Version is superior to the remix in every way, though I love the remix when I think of it as a Dub as it lacks most lyrics. I also don’t care for the video, but I’m in the minority. I highly recommend watching her live performance of this from the Drowned World Tour. Lo Que Siente La Mujer, I believe is the title. She sings it in Spanish and it is memorizing. Thank you again for another great reaction video! Love your emotional reactions. So heartfelt. 🥰🥰

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you! ❤️❤️ Can't wait to see this on the Drowned World Tour as well - Sounds like a beautiful performance.

[@escapingboredom6958]

this song speaks to my heart. only a girl can understand what it feels like to be a girl.

[@marciodesouza2166]

This song is so perfect, it's worth watching the video clip in another version, where Madonna performs with an old lady driving madly through the streets

[@FranklinDeLuna-wg8vo]

Love you ladies. So looking forward to your madonnas reactions. Love this version and even love more the video remix version. It’s Madonna at her best!

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, you're so sweet - Thank you! ❤️❤️ Can't wait to see the video version too!

[@baptiste7291]

It's cool hearing the original version before the official video (you'll see a very different version.... ^^). What it feels like for a girl has great lyrics, but it is not one of my favorite melody of this album (i prefer "nobody's perfect", "paradise not for me".... and the great great great "impressive instant".... Thank you Brenda and Emily for this reaction, next will be the video.... and will you react "impressive instant" available only in promotional records and should be the 4th single..... I hope so! There is a spanish version too (lo que siente la mujer")! But I'm waiting the drowned world tour!! Thank you for the light you bring to us. With kindness, The Frenchy Guy.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you! ❤️ And thank you for the light and love you always bring to us - Big hugs to you! ❤️

[@luizribeirooo]

Beautiful reaction girls. Your sensitivity makes us proud. I think this is one of her deepest and most honest songs. As the song suggests: "Why would you want to dress like a girl? It's degrading. Why "lower" yourself to being a woman if you are already "a man"? It's cruel, but let's be honest, the WORLD created this in our heads, but we have to ask ourselves: WHY? FROM WHERE? As for the song itself, it's clear that the fresh instrumental was made for Madonna's new audience, teenagers from the 2000s. I remember how nice it sounded to listen to on headphones. Sending a heavy message with a delicious beat is Madonna's weapon. In the clip you will see Madonna, a woman, behaving "like a man". I'm LOOKING FORWARD to hearing your conclusions. Kisses girls.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, you're so sweet - Thank you! ❤️❤️ "Sending a heavy message with a delicious beat is Madonna's weapon." Love that - Perfect description! ❤️😘

[@briandubois-gilbert8182]

❤that you nailed this one so profoundly. Yes, there’s a tenderness and sweetness to the melody and her singing, but her messaging is a powerful indictment of society’s historical double standard towards women, of male chauvinism, of misogynist and sexist attitudes…that Madonna certainly experienced and lived through. It was revealed that her sentiments were triggered when she fell in love with Guy Richie, was pregnant with their son, she had to move residence to England to be near him despite her busy career. Not that she was complaining, she did this out of love, but she felt that somehow it’s most often the women who had to make the adjustment, to compromise and accommodate to make things work. Indeed, historically, it’s been the women who often has to hold things together when families and relationships are faced with crises, hardships and challenges. Despite that, women got the bad rap ever since the biblical narrative of the fall from grace of Adam and Eve from the Garden of Eden-they are blamed unjustly for many bad stuff that has happened since then-as if Adam was just a mute and dumb bystander with no critical judgment and a free will unlike Eve. For sure, women have made progress towards equality and fairness, but this anthem of female empowerment, was many years ahead of the 2017 MeToo movement. Madonna was of course, in the forefront of the struggle for and was outspoken in raising awareness and in breaking down barriers for women’s rights, just like she has done for many other worthy causes in her advocacy. Regardless-outspoken, talented, smart and ambitious women like Madonna will always be perceived as threatening to society’s established patriarchy and to some women as well. She has been harshly condemned, demonized, vilified and threatened-but she persisted courageously and prevailed. I think the only live performances she made of this song (in English) are during her Music album promo mini-concerts at London’s Brixton Academy, and NYC’s Roseland Ballroom which were awesome. Her Spanish version of this song (Lo Que Siente La Mujer) which she performed during DWT was exquisite with an outstanding choreography.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Thank you - You're always so kind to us (and we're always grateful that you're here). ❤️❤️ And thank you for sharing some of Madonna's personal inspiration for this song (and placing it so eloquently into the larger context of the struggles many woman have faced historically). Sending lots of love to you! ❤️

[@andreww3225]

What a great reaction to a great song ❤❤ Love watching you two so much! This song is an important track in Madonna’s catalog. Look forward watching the video version with you ❤❤

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you so much - We love that you're here watching with us! ❤️❤️

[@danijel83]

please don't let your experience of some online losers taint your experience of Madonna

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

We love this experience (the journey through her discography and interacting with all of you!), and nothing will turn it into a negative for us. Big hugs to you! ❤️

[@davidtroupe2763]

Excited to see your reaction to this song performed on the 2001 Drowned World Tour 🫶

[@ricardoassis1788]

Thank you❤❤

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

❤️❤️

[@TheGamerClubber]

I love this song...her voice...beat and guitar But the funny thing is, I love the eletrinica vídeoclip version ❤️ Stayed a lot into NUMBER ONE DISK MTV BRAZIL 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Can't wait to see that video version of this one! ❤️❤️

[@BenSellers8022]

Youre going to flip from the contrast between the album version and video. From sweet and tender, to REVENGE! I don't know if anyone has mentioned this but the voice over talking about it being degrading to be a girl is lifted from a movie called The Cement Garden.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Can't wait to see the video - Definitely sounds like a huge contrast! ❤️❤️ And thank you for the info on the The Cement Garden!

[@BenSellers8022]

@@OurAnxiousReactions sure! Can't wait for the reaction!

[@deborahcostello515]

One of Madonna's best songs, from an one of my favourite albums. I was getting so emotional watching your reactions to this one. I loved your analysis and social commentary. This song is still so relevant today. I am sorry to hear you have received negative comments, this makes me sad. We just have to remember there are so many people like us who love Madonna and what she stands for.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, big hugs to you! ❤️❤️ And thank you for your kindness and incredibly thoughtful comments - You bring us so much joy just by being here! ❤️

[@Alan2024England]

Great video as always ladies. There was an episode of Glee called ‘The Power of Madonna’ - I think this was one of the songs on it. I’d love it if maybe one day you could do some reaction videos to the Madonna songs from this episode 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🎉🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 - Love as always - Alan in England Xxxxxxxx

[@briandubois-gilbert8182]

Yes, it’s always uplifting to watch rare homage performances of Madonna’s music. This Glee episode tribute to Madonna is worth seeing.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Thank you so much! ❤️❤️ And that episode of Glee sounds wonderful - We'll definitely have to put that on our reaction list. Thank you for suggesting it! ❤️

[@briandubois-gilbert8182]

@@OurAnxiousReactions Here’s a minute and a half (each) video links of the opening of the 2010 tv series Glee season 1, episode 15 The Power Of Madonna, where Will, the director of the high school Glee Club, tasked the members on the Madonna project with the goal of empowering the girls and to tone down the boys’ chauvinist attitudes, and the second video is the actual glee (all boys) performing What It Feels Like For A Girl. The theme fits the messaging of What It Feels Like For A Girl. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoSVf2trotaoeMUsi=M6K28E6Kro5OaVNM kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGKke2eel6lsfJosi=XV6FmTPHK_M2RRez

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

@briandubois-gilbert8182 Thank you so much for those links! ❤️❤️

[@Marc-zi5cq]

I'm really glad you listened to the original version first as the Remix in the Video is so so different but i much prefer the Original. Also she does something different with it once again for the Drowned World Tour so excited for that. It is an impactful song but the impact only really comes across if you know the original. The Remix has alot less lyrics so the original message can get easily lost so you definitely did the right thing by listening to this before the Video, which used the Remix. Always so lovely to see you two beautiful ladies.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you - You're always so sweet to us! ❤️❤️ Can't wait to see the video version of this song (and DWT)! -

[@gregoryreed4866]

Wait!!!!! You guys have had people saying horrible things to you?!wtf?!!!! Trust me, they’re a$$holes and I guess running their mouths gives them some sense of strength….trust me, they wouldn’t say it to me and a lot of your viewers faces …they’d back down. We all love you both

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

We love you too - Thank you for being here with us! ❤️❤️

[@PiotrŻak-n7d]

Uwielbiam Was ❤❤

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Sending lots of love to you as well! ❤️❤️

[@s.tupper4159]

Girls and Women Rock!!! Expressing and processing feelings is a strength and healthy for the mind and body. I have never been embarrassed or afraid to emote as a male - despite being discouraged by most around me. I have always considered those that cannot as weaker contrary to conventional wisdom. Empathy is also born in feeling. Women are the far stronger sex imho. I cannot imagine the strength and determination required to carry and birth a child - let alone everything else women do to sustain civility and society at large.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

And can we just say - You rock too!!!❤️❤️ Biggest hugs to you. ❤️

[@theKarstenR]

What a wonderful and heartfelt reaction. You ladies are always such a joy to watch. ❤

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you - You're incredibly sweet! ❤️❤️

[@andrewcollis-prather9778]

It’s all bred into us, it’s so sad, this is another example of Madonna showcasing such hypocrisy and sexism. I mean even the word Bride and Groom comes from the equestrian term, the bridle harnesses the horse and the groom leads by holding the bridle. I wish I knew how to change this, I guess talking about it here with your pensive and intelligent reactions and acknowledging it is a start. My hat is off to most women, for their resilience, strength and compassion. Thanks again for this reaction, it’s sooo important! And thanks to Madonna for again ripping off the bandaid, it ripples through society and it endures! 🥰🥰💕🙏💕🥰🥰

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Thank you so much! ❤️❤️ As you said, Madonna ripped off the bandaid covering many of the important issues within society - Thank you for being here to continue having these much needed conversations with us! ❤️ Big hugs to you!

[@voldheim5938]

Well, escaping from the “eternal feminity“ is sometimes a hard thing to do. The construction of what a woman has to do-say-behave is so solid that even women themselves can’t notice the bad position they have been given. Fortunately, as Emily says, women are taking more awareness of this (in my opinion); the more independent a woman is the more reactive society becames to her behavior; don’t let anyone ladys tell you what you are-want-do. So sad you receive bad comments while doing this journey, try to focus on the positive messages you read, I’m sure there are more than the negative ones. And Emily and Brenda, you’re rad, I feel so proud to join your journey, I’ll stay here while you continue doing this. Cheers from Barcelona! ❤️

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you so much! We're very grateful that you're here on this journey with us. ❤️❤️ And yes, the positive comments far outweigh any negativity. The vast majority of our viewers are wonderful people with incredibly kind hearts - Thank you for being one of them! ❤️

[@vazquezs]

Excellent reaction ladies! Such a powerful and beautiful song.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you so much! ❤️❤️

[@vaillantyann6101]

…and everytime You cry….U make me cry 😉…..please stop 😂😉😉😉😉. Thank U…it’s always a pleasure to see and hear U 🙏😉

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you and big hugs to you! ❤️❤️ Wish we could pass our box of tissues to you as well!

[@todddepue681]

Also at this time, teenage girls like Britney and Christina were extremely popular and being marketed with highly sexualized images. I think seeing what was happening with them made her feel protective and maternal.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

That's a very good point! ❤️❤️

[@markstar6056]

Hi ladies, When you get to the end of the “Music” era, I highly recommend watching and reacting to the following - Madonna: Driven 2001 documentary (also known as VH1 Evolution: Madonna 2001 or the Rise and Rise of Madonna VH1) It’s a fascinating look at Madonna’s early years; her childhood in Michigan with stories from the people who knew her, through her first few years in New York before she got her big break with her first single Everybody. 👍

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Thank you so much for that suggestion! ❤️❤️

[@lancechinnian4043]

Fantastic analysis and reaction. Love you guys! ❤

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you so much! ❤️❤️ We love you right back!

[@ashleyfrost8906]

Everyone has already said everything that’s important. The only thing I have to add is, have you two worn matching outfits before? Also, whatever hateful comments you’ve seen are, I think, adding something to your reactions because they’re a taste of what Madonna’s received in her career. Perhaps they’re offering you a more immersive Madonna experience and if that’s true maybe we can find gratitude for the hate. But, between you and me and excuse my language, f*$k all them hateful mot&*#f*$kers, your’s and Madonna’s. As fans we’ve had to deal with this always and from the very beginning. It has been both exhausting and strengthening making us stronger fans AND humans beings. 💪 ❤ 💪

[@briandubois-gilbert8182]

Madonna said it best for all who have experienced prejudice and bigotry-“No Fear, Courage, Resist”.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

The outfits were not actually planned (just a happy coincidence). 😂 "Also, whatever hateful comments you’ve seen are, I think, adding something to your reactions because they’re a taste of what Madonna’s received in her career. Perhaps they’re offering you a more immersive Madonna experience and if that’s true maybe we can find gratitude for the hate." What a beautiful way to describe this experience. Love that! ❤️❤️ And thank you for being here - Big hugs to you!

[@user-jm1qf3qi1q]

Good reaction as usual . She also does this song live at Brixton academy , she did a 5/6 song set when promoting the music album

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Thank you so much! ❤️❤️

[@Neo.Altair]

Madonna's powerful song may have minimal dialogue, but her soft whispers pack a punch that resonates deeply. She sings with such sweetness and delicacy, drawing listeners in to truly hear her lyrics. It's no wonder she asks, "When you open up your mouth to speak, could you be a little weak?" Her voice reflects the vulnerability in her words, making it all the more beautiful.
As I listen, I can't help but think of my sisters and the struggles they faced. They were always told to lower their voices or to stop talking, while the boys were never reprimanded for speaking up.
Brenda, your insights are truly visionary, almost like that of a clairvoyant when you said ‘It's not just men who try to silence you, but even women’. This reminded me of Madonna's powerful acceptance speech at the 2016 "Woman of the Year Awards". It's a speech that will never be forgotten. Your words are so powerful that if we were living in the middle ages, you would have been burned at the stake. It's a chilling thought to consider how future generations will view our treatment of women. Will it be seen as primitive as the middle ages, or even worse? I now Christen you "Brenda the Diviner", lol - that can be your drag queen name...... speaking of drag queen names and boys dressed as girls. During my college years I worked behind the bar at a popular nightclub that had drag shows, when the girls are between shows they'd hang around the bar drinking to calm their nerves as they were bitching about how the boss rejected their pay increase cause it is so expensive to make all these fabulous outfits with the salary they earned, they had to sew their own clothes cause men can not just buy a woman's dress it just will not fit right - lol - They also told me how to come up with your drag queen stage name...... for your forename it's the name of your first pet and your surname is the name of the first street you lived in. My drag name is Soukie Malakoff.............hahahahaha Great drag name.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you so much! ❤️❤️ "It's a chilling thought to consider how future generations will view our treatment of women. Will it be seen as primitive as the middle ages, or even worse?" It really is chilling, especially the possibility that it could be even worse... And what a great story about your time working at the nightclub bar. Love the drag queen name (and yours is absolutely epic!!)! ❤️

[@gregoryreed4866]

I can’t wait till you watch the video. It’s so absolutely otherworldly worldly. After hearing your discussion about the album version, I think you’ll see the video makes sense. ( her anger and bruises. Notice her bruises

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

We can't wait to see the video too! ❤️❤️

[@billreusing9149]

just wait! PLEASE react to the live version of what it feels like in the drowned world tour, she performs the song “Lo Que Siente la Mujer” in spanish and it’s simply beautiful

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

We'll be reacting to Drowned World Tour very soon - Can't wait to see this one! ❤️❤️

[@t.c.russell4237]

The video is a different interpretation but kind of amazing to watch ❤

[@Maneater1984]

ew I can't believe you guys get abusive comments, they are obviously from some very unhappy people who can't help but shit on people just doing their thing in order to try and elevate their own sad egos. Love your reactions, keep it up! x

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you for being here with us - Big hugs to you! ❤️❤️

[@sumerlea]

When you guys get to the drowned world tour, she sings this song in Spanish and it's beautiful ❤

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Can't wait to hear it! ❤️❤️

[@mackkennedy4658]

as always very on point. love u girls. have u watched the video yet?

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you! We love you too. ❤️❤️ The video version of this one will be our next reaction - Looking forward to it! ❤️

[@mackkennedy4658]

@@OurAnxiousReactions i meant celebration in rio

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Oh, sorry about that! We haven't watched it yet, since we plan to do a reaction to it - Can't wait to see it! ❤️❤️

[@kendallmonroe5918]

Please do the drowned world tour performance of this song(Lo Que Siente La Mujer) so good!!!

[@oscardelgado1075]

I love the spanish version she used in the drowned world tour 2001

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Can't wait to see it! ❤️❤️

[@blueeyes4910]

Hello little curiosities about this song: the music video was directed by her husband at the time Guy Ritchie, there is a Spanish version of the song with different instrumentalization. This particular song was sung in an episode of Glee entirely based on Madonna's songs where this song was sung only by boys

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

"This particular song was sung in an episode of Glee entirely based on Madonna's songs where this song was sung only by boys" We definitely have to watch this episode of Glee - It sounds amazing! ❤️❤️

[@blueeyes4910]

@@OurAnxiousReactions 😊😊

[@nicocdc5658]

❤❤❤

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

❤️❤️

[@santiagohardy2728]

I have a personal suspicion, this song was inspired by what Madonna was experiencing as a first time mother raising her then very young daughter Lourdes(Lola) I imagine Madonna was doing her best to understand the mechanisms that go into rearing an independent minded child, and not to fall into the trap of raising Lola to be held within the patriarical framework that Madonna was brought up in, and conditioned to be. She broke the pattern. I LOVE her voice towards the end of the song, where her voice becomes a soft hum, in rhythm with the flutes and guitar near the outro. BEAUTIFUL. Echoing the comments here, the official video for this song, the mix that is used, and the visuals are a counterpoint. When you see the video, it will all make sense. Her 2016 Woman of the Year award is a very powerful one. The official awards speech is a must watch. If only for it's video quality. Sometimes social media can be a mindfield. Haters, detractors, and recreational trolling can be taxing. Please know and understand they are insignificant to the joy and positive energy you both give to us viewers. 💗💞We love you!!😊💛💛💞💗

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

"I imagine Madonna was doing her best to understand the mechanisms that go into rearing an independent minded child, and not to fall into the trap of raising Lola to be held within the patriarical framework that Madonna was brought up in, and conditioned to be. She broke the pattern." Such a great take on this! ❤️❤️ And thank you so much for bringing joy and positivity to us as well! We love you right back! ❤️😘

[@santiagohardy2728]

@@OurAnxiousReactions Right back at you!💛💛☺👍

[@billreusing9149]

PART 3: the live version in spanish, in drowned world tour please!

[@lama-cy4lt]

dont miss paradise ( not for me )

[@philippewiazik5714]

Dear Emily and Brenda. Thank you very much for your reactions on Madonna, it is always very good and very well analyzed. You should know that Madonna is interested in everything, in cinema and music, all over the world For the introduction to this title, she who adores France, took an extract from a 1993 film with Charlotte Gainsbourg, the French film star, multi-awarded around the world. Charlotte is Franco-English. Madonna called Charlotte to ask if she could use the clip from the 1993 film. Hence the title. I am providing you with the extract from the film for your information. You both are great. Big kisses from France. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpaYiWiGmNOAia8

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, you're so sweet - Thank you! ❤️❤️ And thank you for sharing the info about Charlotte Gainsbourg (and providing the link to the film clip) - Can't wait to see it! Sending lots of love to you! ❤️😘

[@philippewiazik5714]

@@OurAnxiousReactions Dear Emily and Brenda, thank you very much for your lovely comment. You absolutely must react to Madonna's speech "Woman of the year", full speech, not censored, it is overwhelming.

[@senorgato70]

What I appreciate most about Madonna is that after the 80's, I feel like she no longer cared about sales numbers or chart positions. Though she still released material that either was or should have been successful in mainstream airplay, she was more focused on expressing herself. It started with the release of Oh Father, then subsequent songs like Bad Girl, Bedtime Story, Power of Goodbye, What It Feels Like For A Girl, American Life, Love Profusion. I do think she tried to get back on track with more mainstream material from MDNA, Hard Candy, and Rebel Heart, but all of those efforts really fell flat mainly because I think she lost the audience by that point, especially American audiences.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

"Though she still released material that either was or should have been successful in mainstream airplay, she was more focused on expressing herself." ❤️❤️

[@marcdany1]

The phrase we hear at the beginning is from the film "the cement garden" and I think this phrase inspired her to wrote the song... In the video the music is not so funky, more techno elctronic, and the only lyrics she sings is the tittle of the song, but it is very worthy, I like it very much! hard and very sarcastic, like the films her husband made! because is directed by her former husband Guy Ritchie

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

The video seems like it will be so different from the album version - Can't wait to see it! ❤️❤️

[@marcdany1]

@@OurAnxiousReactions Oh, yes, it is...the meaning, the idea, the issue is the same, but in the album is a sweet peaceful song, the video is a radical and hardcore view of the issue, a wild way a la Tarantino! :)

[@MichMadonnaFan]

Love this song Always have loved this song, beautiful! I often wonder if Madonna past experiences in career kinda inspired her based on what she saw as she moved up the music scene. Oh just wait till you see the video version, oh My!😵😂 Thank you ladies for your sweet comments and your appreciation for the Blonde with Ambition aka Queen of PoP!❤️ #MegaMichiganMFan84

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Aww, thank you! ❤️❤️ And we're very intrigued to see the video version now! 😂

[@CAMinYYZ]

A beautiful song and message.. The video on the other hand is quite different.. lol. It’s also another Madonna video that was banned by MTV. If you’re familiar with Guy Ritchie’s work, then you might be able to guess why. It’s fun to watch though. I personally love the remix of the song, even though most of the lyrics are removed. It’s a completely different vibe - sometimes funny, sometimes shocking. Remember to wear your seatbelts! 😉

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

"I personally love the remix of the song, even though most of the lyrics are removed. It’s a completely different vibe - sometimes funny, sometimes shocking. Remember to wear your seatbelts!" Sounds like quite the ride - Thanks for the heads up on the seatbelts! 😉😂

[@DaveRave81]

Being gay, but not flamboyant comes from these feelings. Its such a sad song. With Maga its even harder as you arent seen with respect if you embody something outside the normal.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Sending lots of love your way! ❤️❤️

[@DaveRave81]

@@OurAnxiousReactions God bless u 2, you're angels

[@DaveRave81]

And love 2 u 2! 😇😘

[@garryashton7093]

Need to react to the remix version with video you'll love it

[@johnthegreek5836]

Great great song, thanks ladies! I learned a long time ago that real Men wear Pink and the stigmatism still exists and it seems we’re going backwards in our society

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Thank you! ❤️❤️ "I learned a long time ago that real Men wear Pink..." Absolutely!!

[@deanhoxton]

Based on your commentary on this album version, I think you will probably get what Madonna is driving at with the video as well. Pun intended. If your takeaway from the video is different from mine, I will tell you off. :-)

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

😂😂❤️

[@tapanim6576]

❤😎👍❤

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

❤️❤️

[@FindingMadonna]

What could people possibly be saying to you? 😠 Are they just people who have something against Madonna? So silly.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

It is silly, so we just try to ignore those comments and enjoy the great conversations we have with lots of wonderful people here. ❤️❤️

[@Techjunkiero]

Brilliant reaction. Surprisingly this is one of my least favorites off the Music album. I LOVE the remix of Above and Beyond released in 2001. It’s just another level, just like the video.

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Thank you so much! ❤️❤️

[@SuperBooboo02]

when Madonna sings the chorus you can hear the pain in her voice, of how the double standards for men and women are alive and well in our society. Its ok to wear mens clothes, as a women, but god forbid a man might wear something considered "feminine" ..Madonna has been bashed from the beginning for being a strong, independent woman....

[@OurAnxiousReactions]

Very well said! ❤️❤️