An accompanying music video was directed by the French duo Julien Choquart and Camille Hirigoyen , together known as J.A.C.K. , and was released in February 2015 . The storyline incorporates mythological elements and shows Madonna as a matador , fighting her dancers dressed like minotaurs in a red circular stage . It had numerous costume changes , and was critically appreciated for its empowering theme and transcending gender roles . Madonna first performed the song in a similar matador theme at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards ; it became the most-watched moment of the night . The second performance was at the 2015 Brit Awards , which made headlines due to the singer 's wardrobe malfunction causing her to be pulled down a flight of stairs that made up part of the stage . Alternate versions of " Living for Love " were performed on '' Le Grand Journal '' , '' The Ellen DeGeneres Show '' and on Madonna 's 2015 – 16 Rebel Heart Tour
57th Annual Grammy Awards
57th Annual Grammy Awards
Living for Love