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Madonna has famously performed "Gambler" live only once during her career, specifically on The Virgin Tour in 1985.

It was the second single released from the Vision Quest soundtrack, following the massive success of the ballad "Crazy for You" . Gambler - Madonna

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. Madonna has famously performed "Gambler" live only once

After nearly 40 years of being unavailable on most digital platforms, the song was finally released to streaming services in December 2022 at Madonna's personal request. Chart Performance After nearly 40 years of being unavailable on

Experience the high-energy performance of this 80s classic in the original music video: Gambler - Madonna - HQ/HD Juan Classic Disco YouTube• Aug 14, 2021

Despite the lack of a U.S. release, the track was a major international success in 1985: Peaked at #4 on the UK Singles Chart. Italy: Reached #3 . Australia: Reached #10 .

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.