It was certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for three million units shipped in the United States and has sold over 11 million copies worldwide. In the United States, Music debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 with first week sales of 420,000 copies, making it her first album to top the chart in more than a decade since Like a Prayer (1989). The record was also a commercial success, debuting at number one in over 23 countries across the world and selling four million copies in its first ten days of release. In 2003, Rolling Stone ranked it at number 452 on their list of The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. The album earned five Grammy Award nominations, ultimately winning one for Best Recording Package given to art director Kevin Reagan. Music received critical acclaim from most critics, who praised Ahmadzaï's unique production. Elaborating a country theme for the album, Madonna reinvented her image as a cowgirl.
The album was mostly recorded at Sarm West and East Studios in London, England. Music incorporates many different genres into its overall dance-pop and electronica vibe, with influences from funk, house, rock, country and folk. Her collaboration with French producer Mirwais Ahmadzaï resulted in a more experimental direction for the album, with additional production from William Orbit. However, her record company encouraged her to return to the studio and record new music before going on the road.
Following the success of her previous album Ray of Light (1998), she intended to embark on a tour. Music is the eighth studio album by American singer Madonna, released on September 18, 2000, by Maverick and Warner Bros.
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