New York, October 16 Queen of Pop Madonna has criticized Paul McCartney's live performances.

The 'Material Girl' singer prefers throwing a strong performance onstage each time instead of adopting the Beatles' member's easy style.

"People have told me, 'You could just go out there and play guitar and sing your songs like Paul McCartney,' but I'd be too bored," the New York Post quoted her as telling Rolling Stone.

"Most of the joy of the shows is the magic of creating them -- theater. I'm a perfectionist. I like hard work. I like to sweat," she added. (ANI)