Its all about presence, the need to shock, entertain but also stay true to the artist you are.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-LhM35jSP0

Madonna does all that best in the performance above. Its controversial but thats why she just has *it*. You really can't explain what it is.

My fave performance of Vogue.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lashT...eature=related

This is what's so 'great' about Madonna.

The stage shows can be very effective in distracting audiences from a lack of vocal ability or good material.