Average - 6.773 Album: Rebel Heart Rank within album: 16th of 36
Hearts (11): HonourableVomit (10): tylerlscwv, THEBEASTWITHIN, ilovemusic432 Rebels (2): conatus
HonourableVomit commentary - This might seem a rather obscure 11, but I was afraid that the girls participating in the rate wouldn't appreciate how important this song is. The Avicii version that leaked is pretty shite, but Blood Diamonds production really elevated it to one of the best on Rebel Heart. It's current, relevant and the words come straight from her heart. It's a pity it doesn't get the praise it deserves, relegated to Super Deluxe bonus track. A stunning song done wrong.
Guest commentary Quicksand- The demo is far superior.
Subomie - The post-chorus is interesting and I like the verses, but damn if that chorus isn't a let-down
tylerlscwv - This song is just so gorgeous. Ignore Quicksand because the demo is basically trash, but the production of the album version is simply immaculate. It sounds melancholic, but still hopeful which I think is the combo that has produced some of the best Madonna albums. The selfmade sequence of Queen to this to Graffiti Heart is really the perfect way to close out Rebel Heart.
Host commentary - Like I’ve said, I’m not a big fan of her sanskrit songs tbh. This one definitely works better than Cyberraga and I think it flows into Frozen really well so I think it is a necessary piece of the album. But I would never listen to it individually.
Guest commentary eli’s_rhythm- a childhood favorite
Subomie - The production and chanting in the background is interesting but Madonna herself flops here, just sounding laboured.
mrmikefern - Yes, I have twerked this song.
Alongoria13 - I mean if I knew what the **** she says I'd probably enjoy it more.
Borrowed Time's lyrics are fantastic! My fave off the Super Deluxe along with Beautiful Scars (for different reasons ).
I'm glad it managed to make it that far into the countdown .
