Lady Gaga, one of the most influential and successful artists of our time, has marked a before and after in music, fashion, and pop culture. Since The Fame (2008), her first album, she has sold more than 124 million records and has amassed an impressive collection of awards, including twelve Grammys, three Brit Awards, and eighteen MTV Music Video Awards.
But Lady Gaga is much more than a singer. At the head of the Haus of Gaga, a circle of creatives that brings her artistic vision to life, she has established herself as a true performance artist. Her styles and avant-garde innovations have positioned her as a unique nonconformist, capable of surprising and constantly reinventing herself.
This book is a celebration of a true contemporary artist. With a careful selection of photographs and sections dedicated to her most iconic designs, this work follows Lady Gaga’s career throughout her trajectory, highlighting her versatility and capacity for evolution.
Over the years, Lady Gaga has explored multiple artistic facets. As a jazz performer, she collaborated with the legendary Tony Bennett on the albums Cheek to Cheek (2014) and Love For Sale (2021). In film, she dazzled with her leading roles in A Star Is Born (2018) and House of Gucci (2021). Her activism has also left a mark, especially through the Born This Way Foundation, co-founded with her mother Cynthia Germanotta in 2011, establishing her as a reference beyond the stages.
LADY GAGA: APPLAUSE also includes a journey through her most outstanding musical work, among which is Aurora, a song that symbolizes the emotional connection between the artist and her audience, and reflects the depth and meaning of her lyrics. This piece has become an anthem for her followers, further consolidating her legacy in music.
From her striking performances to her iconic designs, this work offers a detailed and enriching look at her influence in music, film, and fashion.
An essential book for the Little Monsters and for those who wish to deeply know an artist who never stops challenging limits.
About the author
Annie Zaleski is a music journalist, editor, and author with a solid career in media such as Rolling Stone, NPR Music, The Guardian, and Billboard. Her critical and sensitive view of contemporary pop music has earned her international recognition. She is the author of books such as Taylor Swift: The Stories Behind the Songs, included in The New York Times bestseller lists, and monographs dedicated to Duran Duran, Pink, Harry Styles, and Lady Gaga, among others. She has collaborated with the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame writing essays for the induction ceremonies of artists like Cher and George Michael, and has written texts for official reissues of R.E.M. and Jason Mraz. A Harvard graduate, she combines her analytical rigor with a great passion for pop culture, becoming one of the most outstanding voices in current music journalism.
