Borderline" is the fourth single by pop singer Madonna, released on February 15, 1984 by Sire Records. It appears on her 1983 debut album, Madonna and later on the 1990 greatest hits compilation The Immaculate Collection.
Song information
"Borderline" was both composed and produced by Reggie Lucas. The 7" Version, 12" Version & Dub Version were remixed by John "Jellybean" Benitez, Madonna's then boyfriend. In 2006 Grammy Award-winning singer Jody Watley covered the song for her album The Makeover. Rob Thomas has also been known to cover this song live.
"Borderline" became a modest Adult Contemporary hit and another top five hit on the Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart. The single's sales were also strong, and eventually led to a gold certification.