Music video description
"Cherish" is a song from the repertoire of American singer Madonna, which was included on the artist's fourth studio album titled "Like a Prayer" in 1989. The song was written and produced by Madonna and Parick Leonard. It is maintained in a pop style, and is described by critics as a light song. The song's lyrics were inspired by William Shekspeare's drama titled "Romeo and Juliet" and tells the story of the singer's devotion to her lover topped by a promise that the woman will always be by his side.
The hit song "Cherish" received positive reviews from reviewers. They appreciated that Madonna appears here in a brighter and more positive way than was the case, for example, with the single "Like a Prayer", which touched on religion and sexuality with its themes. The song was a commercial success. It ranked number one on the Canadian charts and number two on the U.S. famous "Billboard Hot 100" list, while also entering the charts in many European countries.
The video for the song "Cherish" is in black and white, and photographer Herb Ritts is responsible for its direction. Madonna plays herself in the clip. She is accompanied by three actors dressed as mermaids who swim in the sea. These mermaids have become a symbol of the homosexual community and the oppression it faces.