Even tho Gaga didn't necessarily want Applause as the lead single, I'm glad it was. It clicked with the GP a lot I think. And it's one of her best songs (and singles) ever, imo.
Speaking of, I've seen the Kia commercial 3 times today
The complete lack of energy in the ARTRAVE performance is so apparent when you put it up against the Swinefest performance
Hope she gets that spark back when the tour starts