Bad Romance

Bad Romance is a song by Lady Gaga, from her second major-label studio album, The Fame Monster. The song was written and produced by Lady Gaga and RedOne, with additional production by Space Cowboy. Lady Gaga has stated that the song was inspired by her own experiences with intimate partner violence and her fascination with Friedrich Nietzsche's philosophy, as well as the works of Stephen King and Tim Burton. The song has been compared to the works of Madonna, Michael Jackson, and Prince.

Background and release

The song was released as the lead single from The Fame Monster on October 27, 2009, through Interscope Records, Cherrytree Records, and Streamline Records. The song was recorded at Record Plant in Los Angeles, California, and was mixed by Robert Orton at Sarm Studios in London, England. Lady Gaga has said that she was inspired to write the song after a conversation with Elton John and David Bowie about the nature of love and relationships. The song has been praised by Katy Perry, Rihanna, and Beyoncé, among others.

Composition and lyrics

The song is an electropop and dance-pop track, featuring a driving synthesizer riff and a chorus with a hook inspired by ABBA and Queen. The lyrics of the song describe a toxic relationship and the speaker's desire to escape, with references to Greek mythology and Shakespearean drama. The song has been compared to the works of Depeche Mode, The Cure, and New Order, and has been praised by Trent Reznor and Marilyn Manson. The song features a vocal performance by Lady Gaga that has been praised by Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, and Whitney Houston.

Critical reception

The song received widespread critical acclaim, with many praising its production, lyrics, and vocal performance. The song was praised by Rolling Stone, The New York Times, and The Guardian, among others. The song has been compared to the works of David Bowie, Elton John, and Fleetwood Mac, and has been praised by Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham. The song was also praised by Kanye West, Jay-Z, and Bono, among others.

Commercial performance

The song was a commercial success, reaching number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and being certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The song also reached number one on the UK Singles Chart and was certified platinum by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). The song has been praised by Simon Cowell and Ryan Seacrest, among others. The song was also a success in Australia, Canada, and Germany, among other countries.

Music video

The music video for the song was directed by Francis Lawrence and features Lady Gaga as a fashion model who is kidnapped by a group of supermodels. The video features a number of fashion references, including Alexander McQueen and Gucci. The video has been praised by Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, among others. The video features a number of celebrity cameos, including Michael Jackson's choreographer, Vincent Paterson.

Live performances and legacy

The song has been performed live by Lady Gaga on a number of occasions, including her The Monster Ball Tour and Born This Way Ball. The song has been praised by Bruce Springsteen and Paul McCartney, among others. The song has been covered by a number of artists, including Weezer and 30 Seconds to Mars. The song has been named one of the best songs of the 2000s by Rolling Stone and NME, among others. The song has been praised by Lady Gaga's fans, known as Little Monsters, and has been named one of the best songs of all time by Kerrang! and MTV, among others. Category:2009 singles