Forget It

"I'll Remember" was released at a crucial time in Madonna's career. Her first 28 singles made the U.S. Top 20 (26 went Top 10). However, in 1993 for the first time in her career, she experienced back-to-back songs ("Bad Girl" and "Rain") that failed to crack the Top 10. In addition, her CD "Erotica" had under-performed and her "Sex" book had caused a backlash. For the first time, Madonna's career was fading. Given the context, she was in need of a hit single, and "I'll Remembered" admittedly delivered. Recorded for the flop movie "With Honors" (starring Joe Pesci and Brendan Fraser), "I'll Remember" charged into the Top 10, peaking at #2 for 4 weeks.



The song is a smooth, somewhat bland ballad. I've been a fan of Madonna from the beginning of her career, but I have to admit that I don't like "I'll Remember." In fact, aside from "Bad Girl," I think it's her weakest single ever. The maxi-CD includes the original version as well as two remixes by William Orbit, marking one of her first collaborations with him). The best version is the Guerilla Beach Mix which adds some much-needed texture to the song. The Orbit Remix, though, deviates little from the original.



Finally, a live version of "Why's It So Hard" from the "Erotica" CD is included (the CD incorrectly calls the song "Why It's So Hard"). Even though Madonna's vocals on the song are pretty good, a live song tacked onto a maxi-CD just doesn't do much for me, as the most enjoyable aspects of her shows are the dancing and visuals. Overall, this maxi-CD is dull, and definitely below par for Madonna. Not recommended except for Madonna completists.

Remember This Cd

In 1993, after the relapse with Madonna's Sex-Era, she needed a hit song. This song helped put her back on the top, where she belongs. I love the song "I'll Remember", it is a very simplisitc, gorgeous song.



1. Album Version: The best version and my favorite.



2. Guerilla Beach Mix: I don't like this mix. It is too long and it gives the song a differnt sound that just doesn't work.



3. Why's It So Hard (Live From The Girlie Show): This version is by far better than the album. In the album version, Madonna is singing softly and simplistic. In the live performance, her voice is full of power and energy.



4. Orbit Mix: This is my favorite remix of I'll Remember. It stays will the orginal song, while adding a little William Orbit sound to it.

When I listen to this song....I do remember!

I love this song. Everytime I listen to this song, I start to remember my past and how it was like. That is like the perfect theme song!