Causing a Commotion

"Causing a Commotion" is a song by American singer Madonna from the soundtrack to the 1987 film Who's That Girl. Written and produced by Madonna and Stephen Bray, it is an uptempo dance-pop track with a prominent bassline and layered vocal harmonies. Its lyrics explore romantic tension and media scrutiny, drawing in part on Madonna's marriage to actor Sean Penn and her role in the film, while also referencing her 1985 single "Into the Groove". The song was released as the soundtrack's second single on August 25, 1987, following early airplay on American radio. Reviews of the song ranged from positive to mixed; critics generally praised its production and dance appeal, though some regarded it as derivative of Madonna's earlier work and not among her strongest singles. Commercially, "Causing a Commotion" was successful, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and charting within the top ten in several countries, including the United Kingdom, Ireland, and the Netherlands. Madonna performed the song on her Who's That Girl (1987) and Blond Ambition (1990) concert tours, and it has since been covered by a select number of artists. In retrospective assessments, it has been regarded as an underrated entry in Madonna's catalogue and among her strongest work.