From the "Lucky Star" that started it all to the neon-drenched beats of Hard Candy

A maturation of sound and image. Dedicated to then-husband Sean Penn, True Blue showcased a more assertive, street-smart artist. With the Latin flair of "La Isla Bonita," the doo-wop nostalgia of "Papa Don't Preach," and the sheer sonic perfection of "Open Your Heart," Madonna proved she could write hits that resonated with adult themes of independence and pregnancy.