Release of Madonna's Debut Album

Date: July 27, 1983 • Location: Washington, United States

American musician Madonna released her self-titled debut album, which set the standard for the genre of dance-pop for decades.

Madonna Louise Ciccone is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress. Dubbed the "Queen of Pop", she is known for her continual reinvention and versatility in music production, songwriting, and visual presentation. Her works, which concern social, political, sexual, and religious themes, have drawn acclaim and controversy. Regarded as one of the most influential musicians in history, Madonna broke gender barriers in popular music and has had a significant socio-cultural impact across her career.