Most "Pop Music Enthusiasts" or "Little Monsters" (If that's what you are into) have known about and been anticipating the release of Lady Gaga's "Born This Way" since she first belted a few lines at last years VMA's. It seems like it has been such a long time since the night the meat-dress made it's debut into our lives and that moment when Gaga asked Cher to hold her meat-purse will be forever infused in my mind. That being said, the single was scheduled to be released this coming sunday, Feb. 13th, but due to heavy anticipation (I assume) the single was released two days early. I hadn't intended on staying up until 3am to listen to the single, because I had read the lyrics and wasn't completely impressed with the song, but I was with a friend and decided "Why the heck not?!" so we did, and listened to the 15 minute monster-sound-gaga-clip mash-up until the song began to play. I was bubbling with excitement and nerves with anticipation of the new single because the buildup had been so epic. The song played and I was enjoying it but I knew something wasn't correct. I knew the tune that was playing. Why did I know the tune? Then, it hit me. I went to iTunes and listened to GLEE's version of Madonna's "Express Yourself" and realized it was almost identical in the chorus. To be honest, it doesn't bother me that much anymore, because there are differences and the production and song and it's entirety is amazing, and I still thoroughly enjoy the song. But Gaga might make sure that comparisons to other famous songs by significant pop stars are next time considered before releasing original material.
All that aside. I purchased the song and will continue to be a Gaga fan, and although not a Little Monster, I enjoy her new sound and am anticipating the release of her new album!
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