Heaven sent! Those people who are saying they "miss the old Gaga" would you still like her if she was still the same artist from 7 years ago? ... I think not! Gaga's always reinventing herself that's why she's lasted so long in this industry! Every album sounds different, every song sounds different! That's how fucking talented she is!
The more the world tries to put her in a box, the harder she'll push herself out of it. This woman has more passion than any other living musician at the moment. Even 8 YEARS into her career she continues to challenge herself and her sound. A-YO!
Jay Jr I agree that she is full of passion! But there are many artists or like Gaga. Not many push the boundaries though. With each album it feels like a new artist with Gaga. It's why I love her so much.
Ethan Bradly no! Quit being misogynistic! She didn't do it for looks..She did it for artistic expression. Quit relegating her talent to how good she looks. You are such a pig
Razors Edge Excuse me? 😂 I think you need to reread what I said because obviously you don't understand. How is calling her pretty being a pig? She looks so good and so happy performing on stage? I don't see how that's bad to say. Her talent to me has been over the top and I don't even need to comment how great she sounds because she never fails to sing poorly. So check yourself again 😘
During ARTPOP people complained, said they wanted her to tone it down. She tones it down and people complain that it's not exciting enough. Y'all are never satisfied
cereal4u how is this song boring?! It's so lively, so upbeat and so catchy and interesting, definitely one of her best songs yet, and Joanne is hands down by far her best album
Seth Testerman people apparently wanted her to go back to a sound like The Fame Monster and do like disco electronic pop, which she clearly didn't want do to. I don't think that though I love Joanne, it's my favorite album of hers
Definitely a Top 10 of her best performances to date, she looks like she's having so much fun and she's so present in the moment and just KILLING IT I LOVE YOU SO MUCH
rashida mc For her performance of “A-YO”, Lady Gaga rocked a silver metal mesh crop-top and fringe shorts by Michael Schmidt Studios that got customized by the Haus Of Gaga. Her dancers wore Schmidt as well.
Look at how much fun she is having on stage. Yeah her music isn't like what it used to be, but she's finally making the music she wants to be making. Isn't that what truly matters? It's perfectly okay to say that you prefer her old music, but to completely discredit her because you don't like the genre of the music she's making is shameful. If you really don't like it, don't listen to it. You don't have to go around leaving nasty comments.
Oh and to the people who leave nasty comments on the posts of the people who say they don't like her new music, please stop. There is no reason to attack someone for having an opinion, even if it doesn't line up with yours. It's great that you're so passionate about her music, but being rude to others online is just taking it too far.
Christal williams that's not even close to the point that I was making. My comment, which states that her music is different than her old dance pop, is really about how people are reacting to her new music, calling her washed up, a has been, and the way that her "fans" are so quick to attack each other for having differing opinions.
I believe "Applause" is a very honest and vulnerable song for her. I believe she really loves entertaining people and her fans/audience's joy brings her joy.
Idk why people say "I want the old Gaga" because if you pay attention, she's still the same crazy Gaga with amazing stage presence and vocals. Just a new aesthetic and sound.
Say what you will about the song, but there are a few things I think we can all agree on: 1) That is a gorgeous fucking guitar 2) Those growl/scream notes are delectable 3) I'm glad she's back to moving like this, she always seemed a little hesitant after the incident.
Jonathan Del Real she danced and performed so hard for her fans that it literally broke her hip. Even though her hip broke she continued to perform, which made it worse.
THIS is fucking talent!!! Tell me, which other modern pop star is as versatile in genres as Lady Gaga!? Beyoncé nope same style of music in every album, Adele? Same songs about breaking up for three albums, Katy Perry? Please not even going there.. History will remember Gaga as an icon and she has so much more ahead of her
brian g I disagree with the Beyonce bit. her album lemonade is different from anything else she has done and a lot of the songs on that album are pretty different from each other. Hold up and Sorry are on the same album are different.
Pudge AndGush but Beyoncé and Lemonade are thematically the same.. and same genre whereas Gaga went from rave-electronic (ARTPOP) to a folk-rock-country-Americana-blues fusion-electro pop- (Joanne) not to mention her past three albums
I have so much respect for her as an artist. This song has so much energy its crazy. She is so versatile... Joanne has Lemonade beat! Her live vocals come at you way harder than the studio version. Haven't seen her this happy since the fame monster. This is a whole other side i never knew existed. Shes tapped into some true Americana with thus album. I cant wait to see what her superbowl performance will be like. Thank you Mother Monster for allowing Joanne to shine for the first time!
BadKid95US this is better then the studio version for sure. I've always liked the production on this song, but don't like the chorus (the studio version). I still think the song feels out of place too in terms of the albums overall musical style. So to answer your question - I like the song live, but still not a fan of it in the album itself.
Although Joanne is not my favorite from her, I think it just goes to show that she's an incredibly diverse artist who can slay club-pop, jazz, country-pop, and Opera. Long live the Queen.
I was so disappointed because she only sang million reasons from her new album "Joanne" at the super bowl I mean telephone wasn't necessary she could've played A-Yo and she didn't have to sing the whole bad romance song a verse and a chorus is enough then end the show with perfect illusion....... anyhow the performance was great 👍🏻 ❤️
Screw the haters, Gaga is KILLING it. She's an amazing singer, and her diversity is a strength! Stop wishing for the 'old' Gaga, this IS Gaga, and always has been! Perfection!
If anyone is looking for the chords to this for guitar or piano they are just A and D repeated! For a strum pattern I was just keeping it simple with a Down, Up, pause, Down :)
Gaga and Beyonce have the strongest stage presence in this generation
Tato Merida lol cute comment but not true
Alex V .....why ?
Alex V Please if you disagree, name others.
whos beyonce
Tato Merida agree
Joanne you're doing amazing sweetie.
eddy wolfe *kris jenner voice*
eddy wolfe lolololol
Tina Dod yes lol
Stephanie**
Rosey Kitty in her dive bar tour she said to call her Joanne for the night so idk
truly iconic.
Honestly, Truly.
so true
Tyler Oakley oh shit, it u
The legend is here👀🙌
love ya tyler
Heaven sent! Those people who are saying they "miss the old Gaga" would you still like her if she was still the same artist from 7 years ago? ... I think not! Gaga's always reinventing herself that's why she's lasted so long in this industry! Every album sounds different, every song sounds different! That's how fucking talented she is!
Christal williams Love this new era! It still has that unique Gaga feel to it even if it is a different genre. Love this album so much!
Christal williams its worse than her jazz album its fucking country album.
her music isn't even on the top 10 anymore
well top 10 is usually generic pop. I'd rather take genuine music than something bland. but that's just my opinion
Red Truth yes exactly me too
Red Truth I've heard enough of that electronic generic pop constantly
The more the world tries to put her in a box, the harder she'll push herself out of it. This woman has more passion than any other living musician at the moment. Even 8 YEARS into her career she continues to challenge herself and her sound. A-YO!
+Jay Jr You said it so perfectly!!
Jay Jr I agree that she is full of passion! But there are many artists or like Gaga. Not many push the boundaries though. With each album it feels like a new artist with Gaga. It's why I love her so much.
Jay Jr exactly! Each album sounds different and that's amazing!!!
YES
AMEN! #JOANNE
We know she sounds good, but can we talk about how gorgeous she looks
Ethan Bradly no! Quit being misogynistic! She didn't do it for looks..She did it for artistic expression. Quit relegating her talent to how good she looks. You are such a pig
Razors Edge Excuse me? 😂 I think
you need to reread what I said because obviously you don't understand. How is calling her pretty being a pig? She looks so good and so happy performing on stage? I don't see how that's bad to say. Her talent to me has been over the top and I don't even need to comment how great she sounds because she never fails to sing poorly. So check yourself again 😘
Razors Edge I finally understand what the definition of ignorant is after reading this comment.
Totally out of line. Appearance is part of the entertainment value here. Stop being a dick. What do you do at a concert? Close your eyes?
Razors Edge oh no.....someone's triggered😭😭😭😭😭😭
She looks amazing 😍
Gaga does not have the vocals of a Carrie Underwood and this song stinks!
who gives a fuck....honestly....
The song does stink.
I wouldn't touch gag ga with a 20 foot pole she's disgustingly gross and used up
exactly go watch Madonna
During ARTPOP people complained, said they wanted her to tone it down. She tones it down and people complain that it's not exciting enough. Y'all are never satisfied
I never wanted to tone it down ! now this shit is boring ! this song has just shaken my belief in the monster community!!!
cereal4u how is this song boring?! It's so lively, so upbeat and so catchy and interesting, definitely one of her best songs yet, and Joanne is hands down by far her best album
Seth Testerman people apparently wanted her to go back to a sound like The Fame Monster and do like disco electronic pop, which she clearly didn't want do to. I don't think that though I love Joanne, it's my favorite album of hers
This simply isn't a good song.
Million reasons much better.
You cannot please people!!!!!
Definitely a Top 10 of her best performances to date, she looks like she's having so much fun and she's so present in the moment and just KILLING IT I LOVE YOU SO MUCH
Plus she looks fantastic.
You need to take cover she is a total genius and great Entertainer she writes and performs her own music! And furthermore she can dance
yaaass
what
Thank God for Free speech = THIS SUCKS
and why do you need to have this conversation under my comment? ;-;
why not?
EightAndAHalf1 what is up with you and feet?? Lol
Lady Gaga is about to Slay the halftime performance at the Superbowl. My Goodness.
guerillafresh hold on to your wig she's coming
girl nothing gon protect yo wig
Ayo Would be the perfect song to start the halftime show "HERE WE GO"!!!!!!
guerillafresh can't wait
Well, you were right. It was amazing :)
I want this outfit idk where id wear it but shit i want it
well Halloween is just around the corner, cant go wrong with Gaga for Halloween! Do it.
rashida mc girl me too
rashida mc For her performance of “A-YO”, Lady Gaga rocked a silver metal mesh crop-top and fringe shorts by Michael Schmidt Studios that got customized by the Haus Of Gaga. Her dancers wore Schmidt as well.
I would wear that hat anywhere!
and she had a pink gretsch hollow body single cutaway guitar with bigspy vibrato tailpiece
I love Ayo!!!!!!!!
wtf?
Thank God for Free speech = THIS SUCKS
Jack Johnson so does you're mother honey
I love you GaGa!
Jshania Owens at least someone does
Look at how much fun she is having on stage. Yeah her music isn't like what it used to be, but she's finally making the music she wants to be making. Isn't that what truly matters? It's perfectly okay to say that you prefer her old music, but to completely discredit her because you don't like the genre of the music she's making is shameful. If you really don't like it, don't listen to it. You don't have to go around leaving nasty comments.
Oh and to the people who leave nasty comments on the posts of the people who say they don't like her new music, please stop. There is no reason to attack someone for having an opinion, even if it doesn't line up with yours. It's great that you're so passionate about her music, but being rude to others online is just taking it too far.
Ryan Gutierrez do you expect all her music to sound the same? I'm so confused
Ryan Gutierrez everybody is doing pop music, country stars, rappers, rnb artists ... how can she stand out if she's sounding the same?
Christal williams that's not even close to the point that I was making. My comment, which states that her music is different than her old dance pop, is really about how people are reacting to her new music, calling her washed up, a has been, and the way that her "fans" are so quick to attack each other for having differing opinions.
Her music is exactly like what it used to be - awesome.
2:18 I was like "What the fuck is happening?"
LMAO same but I loved it
Queen The camera was recording her reflection off the mirror on the ceiling lol
the gaga affect
You know, sometimes you just gotta go with the floor dancing. its a hard job...but somebody's got to do it.
it goes with the lyrics "i got a mirror on the ceiling"
This era is the happiest I've seen mommy look while performing ❤️
When you're so good people start to question if you lip synced
She is so freaking good!!!!
Yes wow it was my first thought even though I know better. It's rare that the sound is this flawless on SNL. She sounds amazing. Great performance.
kk hah ѕнe never lιp ѕyncѕ
Jonas Bickford I know that...
kk hah i know i got your comment
HER SMILE AT THE END
Peter Curtis
Ella Doyle hi !!!
Peter Curtis ...I love it! You can tell she is really happy now!
I believe "Applause" is a very honest and vulnerable song for her. I believe she really loves entertaining people and her fans/audience's joy brings her joy.
Where the hell did those dancers come from?
tART that's part of the performance, I was like wow how did they get there.
tART 1:17 crawlin
tART they crawled in so fucking weird 😂😂
Watch EXO's Monster please..
its called a foot fetish and that's disgusting
ALMOST 55 YEARS OLD AND I WANT TO DANCE.. Great Song and what a Voice..
yay, dance mama dance!
50yrs here, and lovin me a lot of Gaga!!!!
Idk why people say "I want the old Gaga" because if you pay attention, she's still the same crazy Gaga with amazing stage presence and vocals. Just a new aesthetic and sound.
She looks so happy and like she's having a blast! Awesome performance.
Omg her best performance yet
Say what you will about the song, but there are a few things I think we can all agree on:
1) That is a gorgeous fucking guitar
2) Those growl/scream notes are delectable
3) I'm glad she's back to moving like this, she always seemed a little hesitant after the incident.
Zach Walborn what incident?
Jonathan Del Real she danced and performed so hard for her fans that it literally broke her hip. Even though her hip broke she continued to perform, which made it worse.
Zach Walborn what incident
Zach Walborn
Satan she worships
THIS is fucking talent!!! Tell me, which other modern pop star is as versatile in genres as Lady Gaga!? Beyoncé nope same style of music in every album, Adele? Same songs about breaking up for three albums, Katy Perry? Please not even going there.. History will remember Gaga as an icon and she has so much more ahead of her
brian g yess!!!! Lady gaga is one of a kind
brian g I disagree with the Beyonce bit. her album lemonade is different from anything else she has done and a lot of the songs on that album are pretty different from each other. Hold up and Sorry are on the same album are different.
Pudge AndGush but Beyoncé and Lemonade are thematically the same.. and same genre whereas Gaga went from rave-electronic (ARTPOP) to a folk-rock-country-Americana-blues fusion-electro pop- (Joanne) not to mention her past three albums
sia can do all that and so did SELENA R.I.P.
ThefamousJezzie .....selena????
Come thru Bitch.....She really is moving those hips and just DANCIN IN CIRCLES
How can you not like her
I have so much respect for her as an artist. This song has so much energy its crazy. She is so versatile... Joanne has Lemonade beat! Her live vocals come at you way harder than the studio version. Haven't seen her this happy since the fame monster. This is a whole other side i never knew existed. Shes tapped into some true Americana with thus album. I cant wait to see what her superbowl performance will be like. Thank you Mother Monster for allowing Joanne to shine for the first time!
I dont even love this album but she is LIVING right now I'm so happy for her
THAT. VOICE. WOW.....
Wow!! Now that is what I call talent.
Like - If you love A-YO after this performance. 😍
BadKid95US I loved it since the first performance but this just made it that more amazing!
BadKid95US this is better then the studio version for sure. I've always liked the production on this song, but don't like the chorus (the studio version).
I still think the song feels out of place too in terms of the albums overall musical style. So to answer your question - I like the song live, but still not a fan of it in the album itself.
Sophia Richards I agree & I like the live voice better haha so much passion 😍
One of the best SNL performances ever 😍 It's so iconic already
She tore it up with that performance. I am 60 yo and I was jumping around like I was 20.
It just makes me so happy to see that she looks so happy. Like she's really enjoying herself. Especially after almost retiring. 🤗
she is so good because she is so passionate at what she does, and that is the secret to wonderful art
This is exactly what I've been wanting her to do for so long! This is the cutest song and her portrayal of who "Joanne" really is.
i'm blown away this is the coolest thing I've heard her do so far
She’s such an incredible, unforgettable, magnetic performer!!
She did ALL OF THAT....AND HIT ALL OF THOSE NOTES. Other-worldly!!
Omg that's what u call a performance
Alexander Cruz No, is not a Gaga performance. Is a Joanne performance.
BrianSuxx yes infact thats a performance
OMG that's what you call trolling?
Channeling her inner Prince...
I love how happy she is on the record. Just so purely happy.
She is good ,at anything she does
I LOVE THIS
I just love her smile at the end of the song ! That's all that matters to me !!
aw she looks like she's having the best time on stage
She ain't just coming' thru.... SHE KILLING THEM!!! SHE IS KILLING THIS SONG LIVE!!
Absolutely amazing ! Gaga's new era is just fantastic
This is my fave performance of A-YO!
Mother monster SLAYED tonight. love this sonnng!
living. slayed and snatched me bald.
oh god!!!! I WASNT EXPECTING THIS AMAZING PERFORMANCE FOR AYO!!!! SLAYYYY
I love every time she changes herself it's like she's a box full of surprises 😍
She's an amazing performer.
Damn she can actually sing...
And you just realized that? You're a tad late.
you are like 938492738909328 years late
Chretien li listen to her jazz duet album with Tony Bennett.
Better yet listen to her 2015 and 2016 Oscar performances!
Chretien li definitely
Omgggggg this soooong slaysssss! Love me queen Gaga
This was seriously an amazing performance! Can't stop thinking about it
This is a REAL artist
Honestly she looks like she's having so much fun 👏🏼
now this is a PERFORMANCE!!!!!!! 10 out of 10 vocals, dancing, passion, and musicianship. what a rockstar
She may be exploring a different genre of music now, but one thing's for sure, she's still got the presentation to go with it!
she's an amazing performer.
What a performance!!! this is music this is a real voice and a pure talent .
. JOANNE .
a legend
I love this album because it sounds exactly like when she performs it not much electronic affects and no auto tune.
She looks so happy🙂 I love it. I missed gaga's music so much and this album is great.
She did that. I was speechless 👑
She's having so much fun I love it.
Although Joanne is not my favorite from her, I think it just goes to show that she's an incredibly diverse artist who can slay club-pop, jazz, country-pop, and Opera. Long live the Queen.
Cade Del Rey This is my favorite Gaga Era since Fame Monster
How cool is this? Rockabilly/country? Whatever it is, I like it.
Just when you think she can't shock you anymore with her outrageous antics she goes & does it again!!! PERFECTLY TO A T+ !!!! LOVE IT!! EVERY ASPECT!!
Ugh she is so happy and so good!! I love her so much!!
I love the crazy faces she makes while dancing. I'd be making those faces too if I was moving like that. Really great.
she tore that little stage UP
She is this generations Prince....
I wasn't a big fan of Gaga but now I do...specially her new style she is classy and elegant in other hand her vocal is really really on point
Yess ! Hope this is performed at the SB
John Smith Probably will be
Also John Wayne and Dancing in Circles
Zzzzzz
I was so disappointed because she only sang million reasons from her new album "Joanne" at the super bowl I mean telephone wasn't necessary she could've played A-Yo and she didn't have to sing the whole bad romance song a verse and a chorus is enough then end the show with perfect illusion....... anyhow the performance was great 👍🏻 ❤️
Ayo Ayo we smoking em all ! LOVE YOU GAGA !! Her outfit is everything 😍
Yeah she still got it
this look is EVERYTHING!!! she looks so beautiful! I love this performance definitely one of her best ever!
Amazing as always mother monster! 😍
Just bought the new album, super excited! Lady Gaga is cooler than ever in my book!
the guitar is awesome too! everyone sounds amazing!
Country music has never been so #LIT
I’m sure I have commented before. But can this be any better? NO. Will watch 100 times more. Genius artist.
Yes those vocals and that energy! I really missed her , and now she's back to slay us.
I LOVE THIS NEW ERA HOLY FUCK
Yes Gaga! Both SNL performances are great!
The amount of talents she has shown in this performance...
Absolutely amazing performance ❤
I LOVE THIS!!! I CANT WAIT TO PLAY IT ON THE JUKEBOX THIS WKND IN THE BARS!!!!
This was very fun to watch. So energetic and free!
Wish she performed perfect illusion too!! This is an amazing album
YES ICONIC
Best. Live. Performer. Ever.
You know, no matter the genre or style of her art or music, Gaga always gives it that extra flavor no one else could!
she's happy you can tell I love this era people are gonna complain regardless just enjoy her music she's greatness!
Screw the haters, Gaga is KILLING it. She's an amazing singer, and her diversity is a strength! Stop wishing for the 'old' Gaga, this IS Gaga, and always has been! Perfection!
If anyone is looking for the chords to this for guitar or piano they are just A and D repeated!
For a strum pattern I was just keeping it simple with a Down, Up, pause, Down :)
a toddler can play this
who I know right. My cat could play this with one paw
This, I have to see. Prove it. 🔥🐾🐾🐈
who Welcome to pop music in the era of rock.
That’s such a nice guitar to only play two chords on.
THOSE BOOTS!!!!
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GAGA IS THE BEST POP STAR OF OUR GENERATION