In Elite Daily’s series Early Influences , musicians reflect on the songs and albums that left a lasting impression on them in their formative years. Here, singer Alessi Rose talks about how Madonna inspired her latest single, and her deep love of Kate Bush and Lorde.

Alessi Rose is hung up on Madonna. The 22-year-old singer’s new music video “First Original Thought” is dedicated to her longtime love for her favorite pop star. You’d have to be a Madonna superfan to clock all the references Rose has hidden in the disco-tinged track — but thankfully, if you’re not the most well-versed in Madge lore, Rose is willing to point out the Easter eggs for you.

Rose grew up in Derby, England, idolizing Madonna from her youth. She became a pop star in her own right in 2024 after releasing her fi

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