Gambler - Madonna «100% BEST»

The video consists of clips from the film Vision Quest interspersed with footage of Madonna performing the song, which was filmed at the Big Foot Tavern in Spokane, Washington.

Critics have described the song as an "ultra-infectious gem" and a "sassily self-written soundtrack slice" featuring an energetic, synth-heavy new wave sound. Gambler - Madonna

At the request of Madonna's primary label, Sire Records, Geffen Records did not release the single in the United States. Sire feared it would compete with her other active singles from the Like a Virgin album. The video consists of clips from the film

The song is notable as one of the few hits entirely self-written by Madonna. It was produced by frequent collaborator John "Jellybean" Benitez, who also worked with her on "Holiday". Sire feared it would compete with her other

"Gambler" is a synth-pop track written solely by Madonna and produced by John "Jellybean" Benitez for the soundtrack of the 1985 film Vision Quest . Despite being a significant hit in international markets, it remains one of her more elusive tracks due to restricted distribution in the United States during its initial release.