Applause
Applause

Lady Gaga - Applause Lyrics

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Nov 11, 2013
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Applause Music Video

Applause Lyrics

I stand here waiting for you to bang the gong
To crash the critics saying, "is it right or is it wrong?"
If only fame had an IV, baby could I bear
Being away from you, I found the vein, put it in here

I live for the applause, applause, applause
I live for the applause-plause, live for the applause-plause
Live for the way that you cheer and scream for me
The applause, applause, applause

Give me that thing that I love (turn the lights on)
Put your hands up, make 'em touch, touch (make it real loud)
Give me that thing that I love (turn the lights on)
Put your hands up, make 'em touch, touch (make it real loud)

(A-P-P-L-A-U-S-E) Make it real loud
Put your hands up, make 'em touch, touch
(A-P-P-L-A-U-S-E) Make it real loud
Put your hands up, make 'em touch, touch

I've overheard your theory
"Nostalgia's for geeks"
I guess sir, if you say so
Some of us just like to read

One second I'm a Koons fan
Suddenly the Koons is me
Pop culture was in art
Now, art's in pop culture in me

I live for the applause, applause, applause
I live for the applause-plause, live for the applause-plause
Live for the way that you cheer and scream for me
The applause, applause, applause

Give me that thing that I love (turn the lights on)
Put your hands up, make 'em touch, touch (make it real loud)
Give me that thing that I love (turn the lights on)
Put your hands up, make 'em touch, touch (make it real loud)

(A-P-P-L-A-U-S-E) Make it real loud
Put your hands up, make 'em touch, touch
(A-P-P-L-A-U-S-E) Make it real loud
Put your hands up, make 'em touch, touch

Ooh touch, touch ooh
Touch, touch now ooh ooh ooh ooh

I live for the applause, applause, applause
I live for the applause-plause, live for the applause-plause
Live for the way that you cheer and scream for me
The applause, applause, applause

Give me that thing that I love (turn the lights on)
Put your hands up, make 'em touch, touch (make it real loud)
Give me that thing that I love (turn the lights on)
Put your hands up, make 'em touch, touch (make it real loud)

(A-P-P-L-A-U-S-E) Make it real loud
Put your hands up, make 'em touch, touch (make it real loud)
(A-P-P-L-A-U-S-E) Make it real loud
Put your hands up, make 'em touch, touch

A-R-T-P-O-P

Writer(s): Stefani J Germanotta, Paul Edward Blair, Julien Arias, William Sami Etienne Grigahcine, Nicolas David Mercier, Nick Monson, Martin Bresso, Dino Zisis
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When was 'Applause' by Lady Gaga released?

    Applause was released as the lead single from Lady Gaga's third studio album, Artpop, on August 12, 2013, a week earlier than planned due to online leaks.

  2. Who were the producers and songwriters behind 'Applause'?

    The song was produced by Lady Gaga, DJ White Shadow, Dino Zisis, and Nick Monson. Additional songwriters included Martin Bresso, Nicolas Mercier, Julien Arias, and William Grigahcine.

  3. What are the main genres of 'Applause'?

    The song 'Applause' falls primarily within the electropop, dance-pop, and Eurodance genres. It features synthesizers and hi-NRG beats, contributing to its energetic and danceable nature.

  4. What inspired the music video for 'Applause'?

    The music video for 'Applause' was directed by fashion photography duo Inez and Vinoodh. It was inspired by Lady Gaga’s passion for shape-shifting and transformation, incorporating diverse artistic references, including German Expressionist cinema and Andy Warhol’s work.

  5. How did Lady Gaga promote 'Applause'?

    Lady Gaga promoted 'Applause' extensively, including performing it at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards, Good Morning America, Saturday Night Live, and her tours ArtRave: The Artpop Ball and the Joanne World Tour. She also appeared in a series of promotional events in a goth costume similar to the music video's aesthetic.

  6. How did 'Applause' perform on music charts?

    'Applause' achieved commercial success, topping charts in Hungary, Lebanon, South Korea, and Spain. It also reached the top 10 in various countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada, and was certified multi-platinum in Canada, Sweden, and the United States.

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