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. Gambler - Madonna
Its success helped Madonna become the first female artist to achieve eight UK top-ten singles within a single calendar year. Critical Reception and Media Despite the lack of a U
It was the second single released from the Vision Quest soundtrack, following the massive success of the ballad "Crazy for You" . Australia: Reached #10
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.