Lady Gaga
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Lady Gaga
Stefani Joanne Angelina GermanottaBorn March, 28, 1986 in New York, NYParents: Joseph and Cynthia Germanotta
Gained early acceptance to NYU's Tisch School of the Arts at age 17
Singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer, activist, businesswoman, fashion designer, actress, philanthropist, humanitarian
"When I'm writing music, I'm thinking about the clothes I want to wear on stage. It's all about everything altogether—performance art, pop performance art, fashion." -Lady Gaga
Her music and performance style is often scrutinized by critics.
Musical Influences:Madonna, Michael Jackson, David Bowie, Queen, Whitney Houston, Cyndi Lauper, Prince, Britney Spears
Best known for her electronic/dance and pop style of music. Started her music career in 2005 but did not really take off until her first hit single, Just Dance, was released in 2008.She covers a wide variety of topics in her songs including, love, sex, identity, religion, money, sexuality, and liberation. The themes she includes in her songwriting make them very controversial.Very well known for her provocative performance art.
Also, considers fashion a major influence. Inspired by Donatella Versace and Alexander McQueen
Grew up Roman Catholic in the Upper West Side of New York City
In addition to her music career, she is a philanthropist and political activist.Contributes to the fight against HIV and AIDS.Launched the Born This Way Foundation which focuses on youth empowerment.Activist for Immigration and LGBT rights.
Other artists of the time period include: Adele, Britney Spears, Katy Perry, Leona Lewis.
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