PrintMadonna gained notoriety in the ’80s for her risqué appearance and behavior, going against the social and sexual norms of the time. Now there’s Lady GaGa, another racy performer who’s quickly moving up in the pop charts. A native New Yorker, GaGa is gaining international fame thanks to her hit singles, “Just Dance” and “Poker Face.”
Just like the reigning Queen of Pop herself, Lady GaGa stands out for her provocative style. One can hardly ignore her platinum blonde hair and her pantless ensembles. A “normal” outfit for the singer? A bright-colored leotard and a pair of stiletto heels. Thanks to GaGa’s bold fashion choices, what may have seemed like a fashion faux-pas has become the mainstream in pop culture. Many singers, such as Beyoncé and Britney Spears, are now wearing GaGa-inspired costumes for their shows and music videos. Lady GaGa’s long, straight, banged platinum blonde hair was most recently mimicked by Nicole Richie on the cover of this month’s BlackBook.
Lady GaGa, it seems, has become an icon whose style is instantly recognizable and unique. Her crazy flair, which risks placing the singer on worst-dressed lists, has been deemed cool. While maintaining her originality, Lady GaGa isn’t afraid to go against the fashion norms, sometimes tying a large bow in her hair or wearing dark red lipstick. When she wears her unusual outfits, she walks powerfully, with her head held up high—Lady GaGa is confident, and she never apologizes for her eccentricity.
As an entertainer, Lady GaGa commands the stage. GaGa’s performances are as unpredictable as her style. For live shows, the singer opts to alter her songs to make them sound unique. Her bluesy performance of “Poker Face” for radio show The Cherry House is now a YouTube classic. By keeping her fans guessing, Lady GaGa has created a mysterious persona that the public is eager to get to know.