Madonna’s hit 1989 single ‘Like A Prayer’ was one of the most controversial songs of the 20th century, and even earned condemnation from the Vatican for the music video’s use of religious imagery.
The pop star made a deal with Pepsi to debut the song at the Grammy Awards that year, but after its release, the track drew so much ire that people began to boycott the brand, prompting them to pull out of the deal and cancel her contract.
The Vatican spoke out against the song due to the music video’s inclusion of burning crosses, Madonna kissing a saint, and Catholic symbols like the stigmata.
“The video is a...
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