Fame has a flipside: Madonna

She needs no introduction; her name spells phenomenon. You’d think international music icon Madonna would find it a breeze to deliver one hit after another. But that’s not so. How her audience will react is what keeps her on her toes. Known to speak her
mind, Madonna talks music, controversies, and her wish to come to India with DNA…

They say showbiz is a young person’s game, especially if you are a woman. How do you keep proving people wrong?
I feel it’s just because I love everything I do and my dedication towards it. When it comes to music, I know my fans look forward to my music and as long as I have stuff to tell I will continue making music.

Does being on top of the game impose more pressure to deliver as per expectations?
I always give my best to whatever I do. In fact, even today I don’t think presenting any of my work is less nerve-racking than it ever was. Even with MDNA, what kept playing on my mind is what’s going to be the response and whether the album is going to be appreciated or no. And yes, fame does have a flipside.
 
Britney Spears complimented you on your album and you’ve reportedly wanted to kiss her again. Will we see you girls create history once more? Also, how, according to you, does Twitter change the relationship between a performer and his/her audience?
Yes, I’m sure we will create history again and of course the social networking site does connect you with your fans much closely. You get to know more about what they think about your music and you as a performer.

Could you describe the emotions that went into the making of your latest album?
Like I keep saying, over the last few years I felt like an animal that is caged up and who wants to get out of that cage. I felt like I need to return to the basics of stringing my guitar and expressing emotions. It just felt so good when I was writing songs, playing on the guitar and singing, which I haven’t done in years. So I just wanted to enunciate not just one but all the different emotions and stuff that life is made of.

Would you be interested to come to India for an album tour?
Oh yes, I would love to come to India. I’m sure if I come to perform sometime it’s going to be a great experience.