Lady Gaga just gave her fans something big to talk about—she’s officially back in her true artistic element, and she wants the world to know it.
In a recent chat with Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1, Gaga opened up about what her stage name really means to her and how she hopes to be remembered. The pop icon was there to promote her highly anticipated upcoming album, Mayhem, but the conversation quickly turned personal.
“Something I want my fans to know now, which is why I said I love being Lady Gaga, is I actually returned back to my artistry recently in a huge way of making this album,” she revealed.
For longtime fans, this is music to their ears. Gaga has always been known for her theatrical performances and over-the-top looks, but she made it clear that her artistry runs much deeper than the visuals.
“I put so much of myself as a musician, as a producer, as a songwriter into everything,” she shared, emphasizing the level of passion and dedication she poured into this project.
And for those who still associate her with the infamous meat dress or some of her most outrageous fashion moments, she had a message: that’s not what defines her.
“Maybe to someone else, it might be the meat dress or something that I did that they remember as me. But for me, I always want to be remembered for being a real artist and someone that cares so much about a life of art,” Gaga explained.
This emotional and deeply personal reflection has fans buzzing with excitement. Gaga has evolved so much over the years, from her early Just Dance and Poker Face days to her Academy Award-winning acting career. But with Mayhem, it sounds like she’s returning to her roots in a way that’s truer to who she is as an artist.
The countdown is officially on—Mayhem is set to drop on March 7, 2025, and if Gaga’s words are any indication, it’s going to be something truly special.