Like a Prayer by Madonna marked a significant shift in her career, both in terms of its musical direction and her image. Released in 1989, it was controversial due to its music video, which featured religious and racial symbols. The song was inspired by Madonnas Catholic upbringing and touches on themes of love, passion, and change.
When you call my name It's like a little prayer I'm down on my knees I wanna take you there In the midnight hour I can feel your power Just like a prayer You know I'll take you there
I hear your voice It's like an angel sighing I have no choice I hear your voice Feels like flying I close my eyes Oh God I think I'm falling Out of the sky, I close my eyes Heaven help me
When you call my name It's like a little prayer I'm down on my knees I wanna take you there In the midnight hour I can feel your power Just like a prayer You know I'll take you there
Like a child You whisper softly to me You're in control just like a child Now I'm dancing It's like a dream No end and no beginning You're here with me it's like a dream Let the choir sing
When you call my name It's like a little prayer I'm down on my knees I wanna take you there In the midnight hour I can feel your power Just like a prayer You know I'll take you there (x2, 1st time ends on F
Life is a mystery Everyone must stand alone I hear you call my name And it feels like home Just like a prayer, your voice can take me there Just like a muse to me, you are a mystery Just like a dream, you are not what you seem Just like a prayer, no choice your voice can take me there Just like a prayer, I’ll take you there repeat it’s like a dream to me Break - yeah, hey! x8 Just like a prayer, your voice can take me there Just like amuse to me, you are a mystery Just like a dream, you are not what you seem Just like a prayer, no choice your voice can take me there Just like a prayer, I’ll take you there Just like a prayer, I’ll take you there it’s like a dream to me x2