"Ray of Light" is a song by American artist Madonna, featured on the eponymous album from 1998. Being single number two from the label Maverick Records, it has been written by the singer alongside Clive Muldoon, William Orbit, Christine Leach and Dave Curtiss, produced by William Orbit and the singer.
Being praised as an "emotional warming" song, "Ray of Light" ranges from many genres, such as rock and electronic dance music, featuring electric guitars, synths and whistles. The song is very danceable and became a "wickedly good club song", being also called "listener-friendly".
Critics also viewed Madonna as "positively ferocious" on this track, being acclaimed for being a "club diva". It’s been recommended by Slant Magazine and Sputnikmusic, due to its "pumped-up style". Her voice was described as "game-changer", since the song is very difficult to sing.
"Ray of Light" won two Grammy Awards, for Best Dance Recording and Best Short Form Music Video, also getting nominated for Record of the Year. Becoming one of the best song of the 90s, it made the list of "The 500 Greatest Songs Since You Were Born" by Blender.
With a restless beat, this standout single has topped the US Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs, as well as the Spanish Singles Charts, also getting top 3 in Canada, Finland, Italy and UK. Getting certified Silver in the UK and Gold in Australia and the US, "Ray of Light" was covered intensively by artists such as Weird Al Yankovich, Sigue Sigue Sputnik, Future Force, Natasha Bedingfield, Iggy Pop and even got featured in shows such as Glee and Family Guy.
"Ray of Light" by Madonna can be played on the piano, now that the free piano sheets are listed just below. Enjoy them and stay tuned for more quality material!
