Lady Gaga is known for her penchant for surprising her audience. However, at the MTV Video Music Awards in New York City, her performance was more of a visual spectacle than a groundbreaking artistic statement. The singer showcased a medley of her previous iconic looks in what could be described as a retrospective of her career. Despite initially appearing in a relatively conservative outfit with her father as her companion, Lady Gaga quickly changed into a series of daring costumes during her time on stage.
The show kicked off with Lady Gaga taking the stage at the MTV VMA’s, surprising no one with her ever-changing wardrobe that eventually led to her donning seashells. Her performance of “Applause,” her first since hip surgery, started with the audience booing in a twist of irony. Gaga’s grand entrance featured her in all white with a massive headdress, giving off a vibe of a blank canvas mixed with a priest.
Revealing Gaga: the artist quickly shed her flashy white outfit and transformed into a seashell bikini with a massive, flowing blond wig.
After that, the singer’s face was adorned with makeup resembling her iconic look from the “Applause” single cover, while her dancers placed a bright yellow wig on her head.
What a sight! Gaga’s dancers, dressed in sleek black lycra outfits, were the ones doing the bulk of the work on stage during the show.
Dressed in a simple outfit and sporting a massive wig, Lady Gaga delivered a powerful performance of “Applause”. She started off standing against a white backdrop, singing the first few lines with a somewhat awkward expression on her face. Then, she literally broke out of the white enclosure, kicking off her energetic performance. Accompanied by her dancers who also assisted with props, Gaga went through various costume changes, symbolically transitioning from a blank slate to a fully realized performer. The bold nun-inspired attire she’s been experimenting with lately made an appearance, possibly hinting at what was to come during the show.
Check out those shells: the singer of the hit song “Poker Face” sported a seashell bikini and a huge wig for her music video for “Applause.”
Changes in Appearance: Lady Gaga experienced multiple outfit alterations during her performance, assisted by her dancers’ skilled hands. She effortlessly switched from a black bodysuit to a stylish blue blazer, then rocked a vibrant yellow wig before returning to her original look.
How about that amazing circus act with the singer in a skintight bodysuit and blonde wig, surrounded by dancers tossing blue balls on stage? In a swift moment of transformation, the singer went from white to black attire, wig included, all thanks to the talented dancers. The stage lit up as everyone, including Gaga herself, started tossing blue balls in a thrilling performance that kept escalating.
Casual: Gaga kicked off her show looking pretty serious, but she quickly lightened up once she stepped out of that white box.
Oh my goodness: the performer had such a scared expression on her face while going through some awkward art display. Thanks to the skillful help of her dancers, Gaga then ditched her wig and had her face painted just like on the cover of her Applause single. Amidst all the action, a bright yellow curly wig was placed on her head as her dancers in lycra outfits gave it their all on stage. Gaga then made a quick exit – yes, she literally ran away – only to come back with an even more elaborate transformation: this time, she rocked a seashell bikini paired with a massive blonde curly wig.
Lady Gaga is known for her love of art, and she had the chance to embody it on Sunday when her face became a living canvas during a performance.
Peeling off the layers: the celebrity stood confidently as her talented dancers skillfully removed her garments, unveiling a new persona of Gaga underneath. This particular look was just one of the many eccentric outfits she showcased in her music video for Applause, so it wasn’t exactly a shock to her fans during this live performance. The dance routine was somewhat simple for Gaga, who appeared more like a living piece of art than a dancer. Known for her bold aesthetic choices, the singer prioritizes creating her own unique brand of pop art over intricate choreography.
In every direction: Gaga was thrusted around the stage during the electrifying performance.
Which category do you fall into? Gaga was later seen having a conversation with the members of One Direction, flaunting her bronzed and well-defined back in the process. Before that, Lady Gaga surprised everyone by opting for a more conventional look on the red carpet. The singer, known for her extravagant outfits like wearing a meat dress, chose a simple black gown with a long train and gathered fabric at the waist. It was a bit unexpected to see Gaga looking demure, sporting a surprisingly natural smile.
Nervous? The all-male singing group appeared a bit startled or maybe even shocked when posing for a photo with the singer dressed in seashells.
Time to switch things up! Gaga sported a navy blazer with oversized shoulder pads as part of her outfit for the night.
Taking her away: The dancers were truly the heart of the show, putting in effort in all areas – from organizing the stage to managing costumes to delivering captivating dance performances.
Lady Gaga surprised everyone by bringing her father, Joe Germanotta, as her date, showing a side of herself that she is often criticized for not having. Many have argued that Gaga’s carefully crafted public image lacks humanity, so her decision to have her dad by her side served as a refreshing reminder that she is just like the rest of us. It was a nice touch to see the real Stefani Germanotta shining through her superstar persona.
Dialing back the drama, Gaga rocked a chic black gown with a playful train and ruching at the waist, bringing a delightful twist to the night.
Asserting her presence: Gaga confidently grabbed the microphone away from MTV’s hosts.
Hey, watch your back! The singer of Bad Romance was rocking a dress with a gorgeous design and a long train trailing behind her.
She flashed a smile! The singer behind the hit song “Applause” showed off her pearly whites, taking a break from her usual serious expressions and pouty looks. Joe beamed with pride as he stood next to his daughter at the glamorous event filled with celebrities. Gaga kicked off the night with a stellar performance at the VMAs, which took place at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center for the very first time. In addition to Gaga, other big names like Justin Timberlake, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Katy Perry, Drake, Kanye West, Miley Cyrus, and Robin Thicke also graced the stage with their performances.
Look, there’s a person inside! Papa Germanotta might have inspired the singer to show a new side of playfulness.
