10 MADONNA

Madonna, New York 1984

Madonna's career was sky-rocketing by 1984. As Europe started to take notice, this shoot was commissioned for German magazine Bravo.

Madonna, New York 1984

The 'Boy Toy' logo was to become a Madonna trademark - most often seen on a huge belt.

Madonna, New York 1984

Three singles that were released from her eponymous debut album all hit the US Billboard charts.

Madonna, New York 1984

'Holiday', from the debut album, was the first successful single.

Madonna, New York 1984

The music video for 'Holiday' was apparently too bad to be released!

Madonna, New York 1984

'Borderline' peaked in the US charts at number 10 after three months of steady climbing.

Madonna, New York 1984

The third release from 'Madonna' was the single 'Lucky Star'.

Madonna, New York 1984

Madonna's second album, 'Like a Virgin', was released towards the end of 1984.

Madonna, New York 1984

The single 'Like a Virgin' spent 6 weeks at the top of the pop chart this year.

Madonna, New York 1984

Back then, Madonna was part of New York's East Village club scene, hanging out with the likes of Keith Haring.