Oh Father
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"Oh Father" is a pop ballad by American pop superstar Madonna, co-written and co-produced for the singer's fourth studio album, Like a Prayer. The song was released as the albums fourth single in October 1989 and, featuring lyrics dealing with Madonna's conflicted relationship with her father, ranks as one of her most personal releases.]
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The video was featured in Black and White directed by David Fincher. It features Madonna coming to terms with the abuse and siffering in the hands of her father. The video was so controversial it was almost not played on MTV. Madonna refused to cut scenes in the video which for her particularly depicts the message she was translating in the video. The track is commercially available on Madonna's The Immaculate Collection (1990) DVD/VHS companion.
Awards & Certifications
- Hailed by Rolling Stone Magazine as one of The 100 Top Music Videos, ranking #66.
Charts
| Chart | Peak Position |
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| UK Singles Chart | 16 |
| US Billboard 100 | 20 |
| Eurochart 100 | 62 |
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Categories: Song | Pop
