Lady Gaga Opened The VMAs With A Show-Stopping Performance Of Her New Single 'Applause'

Lady Gaga opened up the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards with a colorful performance of her new single, "Applause."

The singer went through a multitude of quick costume changes highlighting the many different wigs she has worn over her career.

"Applause" will be on Lady Gaga's upcoming album "Art Pop."

Watch her performance below:

Now, that you've watched the video, let's discuss.

Gaga's started out giving a lot of weird stares.

A lot.Here's the full outfit:And from the back:Gaga went through a few costume changes.

Here she is in her signature blonde wig.

And with her next costume change she added a touch of face paint:

Gaga's final wardrobe change was the most daring.

Yes, she stripped down to a sea-shell bikini.

She then stayed in her skin-baring outfit for the rest of the show.