The "Like A Prayer" song enters the Billboard singles chart. " Like a Prayer " is a song recorded by the American singer Madonna for her 1989 studio album of the same name . Sire Records released it as the lead single from the album on March 3, 1989. Written and produced by Madonna and Patrick Leonard , "Like a Prayer" denoted a more artistic and personal approach to songwriting for Madonna, who felt she needed to cater more to her adult audience . "Like a Prayer" is a pop rock song with elements of gospel music . A choir provides background vocals that heighten the song's spiritual nature, and a rock guitar keeps the music dark and mysterious. Madonna introduced liturgical words in the lyrics—inspired by her Catholic upbringing—but changed the context in which they were used. They have dual meanings of sexual innuendo and religion. "Like a Prayer" was acclaimed by critics, and was a commercial success. It was M