1. Madonna Jessica Davis

2. Bay City, Michigan Madonna was born in Bay City, Michigan.

3. Introducing Madonna.  Madonna’s full name is Madonna Louise Veronica Ciccone.  She loved acting in school productions.  She discovered her love for dancing when she was a teenager.

4. Madonna graduated from high school early. She received a dance scholarship to the University of Michigan. In 1978, after two years at U of M, Madonna moved to an apartment in a poor neighborhood in New York.

5.  Madonna signed a record deal with Sire Records in October of 1982.  In 1985, she went on her first concert tour, which was a huge success.  Madonna has had 17 Top Ten hits in a row.

6. Madonna’s Influence. Madonna has influenced artists such as… Lady Gaga.

7. Madonna’s Influence. Madonna has influenced artists such as… Britney Spears.

8. Madonna’s Influence. Madonna has influenced artists such as… Christina Aguilera.

9. Changes in Music from the 80’s.  Music, music videos, and artist’s clothing have become more graphic.  Rap, R & B, techno, and other genres of music became popular.  Artists such as Justin Bieber and Lady Gaga are better well-known today.

10. “Never Forget to Dream”  Madonna has always encouraged her fans to dream.  She started out as a girl with little money and a dream, and by working hard she became a very successful artist.