The Tracks — Madonna, 1983, Track 07

Physical Attraction

Pure chemistry.

At a Glance

Title

Physical Attraction

Record

Madonna (1983) | Track 07

Single

Double A-side with “Burning Up” | 9 March 1983

Writers

Reggie Lucas

Producers

Reggie Lucas | John “Jellybean” Benitez (remix)

At more than six minutes, the debut’s longest track lets the groove — and the temptation — build slowly.

The Song


Written by Reggie Lucas, “Physical Attraction” is the record’s most extended dance track, complete with a spoken, breathy middle section. It was paired with “Burning Up” as a double A-side and played heavily in the clubs.

LISTEN NEXT

Keep listening — headphones on, lights low.

Keep exploring

madonna ray of light photoshoot with mario testino

01

Records

Every studio record, era by era.

02

Tracks

Every song: the story, the people, the versions.

03

Live

The tours, and the songs on stage.

Close-up colour portrait of Madonna with dark wavy hair and red lipstic

04

Editorial

The Reading Room and The Producers.

Or browse the Collection →