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Lady Gaga’s Big Comeback: New Single “Disease”
Last Updated: October 23, 2024
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Lady Gaga is getting back to her roots with a new music release, after the less-than-stellar performance of Joker: Folie à Deux.
Despite the movie’s lack of success, the 38-year-old New Yorker is bouncing back with her upcoming single, “Disease,” set to drop this Friday.
Keep reading for more details!
Bouncing Back from the Joker: Folie à Deux Flop
While Gaga is no stranger to reinvention, her latest acting endeavor in Joker: Folie à Deux didn’t quite land the way many had hoped.
Playing opposite Joaquin Phoenix as Harley Quinn, Gaga took on one of her most ambitious film roles yet.
But despite her star power, the movie has been struggling at the box office, earning just $192.2 million worldwide.
For a film of that scale, insiders say it could lose as much as $150 to $200 million.
Even though Phoenix’s portrayal of the Joker in the 2019 film won him an Oscar, Folie à Deux didn’t resonate the same way with critics or audiences.
However, some fans have a more optimistic outlook, believing it might be one of those films that gets appreciated more over time.
Despite the disappointing box office numbers, Gaga isn’t letting the movie’s struggles get her down. Instead, she’s diving headfirst back into the music scene.
A Hint at What’s to Come
On Monday, Gaga gave her fans a sneak peek of her new single, “Disease.”
She posted an image that showed what appeared to be her body sprawled across the front of a car, with the word “Disease” painted on the street.
The photo was accompanied by a series of dates, times, and cities, which has led fans to believe she might be planning some special live events or promotional appearances related to the single.
What’s apparent is that with “Disease,” Gaga is returning to the edgy, provocative pop persona that made her a global superstar.
After dipping into other creative outlets like jazz standards and movie soundtracks, she’s going back to the high-energy, boundary-pushing sound that made her famous.
Teasing “Disease” on Social Media
Gaga shared another cryptic Instagram post on Tuesday. She posted a mysterious and dramatic video clip on Instagram that shows her running away from an approaching vehicle.
In the teaser, Gaga, sporting a striking black mane, creates an ominous and intense mood that immediately grabs attention.
She captioned the post with “DISEASE 10.25,” signaling the official release date of the song.
The single “Disease” will be the first track from her upcoming seventh album.
Although not much is known about the full album yet, it seems Gaga is heading in a different direction from her recent work.
To hype the release even more, Gaga’s label, Universal Music, made pre-saves available for the single on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, giving fans a chance to be the first to hear it.
Variety reported that Gaga also created a Spotify playlist where the first letters of each song spelled out “Gaga Disease,” a fun Easter egg for fans who love her creativity and knack for promotion.
Recovering from Harlequin and Joker
“Disease” couldn’t come at a better time. Gaga’s last project, Harlequin, an album inspired by her role in Joker: Folie à Deux, didn’t quite hit the commercial mark she’s used to.
The album, which included a mix of new songs and standards like “That’s Entertainment” and “Get Happy,” debuted at a lowly number 20 on the Billboard 200—her lowest-charting album ever.
For an artist used to dominating the charts, it was a bit of a setback. But Gaga has always been about evolving, and not every experiment is going to be a smash hit.
The beauty of her career is that she’s never afraid to take risks, whether it’s in music, film, or fashion.
Recent Successes and Looking Ahead
Even though Joker: Folie à Deux and Harlequin didn’t deliver the expected results, Gaga hasn’t exactly been absent from the charts.
In August, she teamed up with Bruno Mars for the duet “Die With a Smile,” which quickly shot up to number three on Billboard’s Hot 100.
The collaboration was a reminder that when it comes to pop hits, Gaga still knows how to deliver.
Her last full-length album, Chromatica, released in 2020, was another major success.
It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and gave us the smash hit “Rain on Me,” featuring Ariana Grande.
The album showed Gaga’s ability to blend her signature electro-pop style with deeper themes of healing and resilience.
Now, with the release of “Disease” looming, fans are eager to see what direction Gaga will take with her new music.
Will she return to her early pop anthems that defined her career with songs like “Bad Romance” and “Poker Face“?
Or will “Disease” signal a darker, more introspective era?
Lady Gaga: New Music and a New Chapter in Love
While Lady Gaga is gearing up for the release of her new single “Disease,” she’s also embracing exciting changes in her personal life.
Recently, Gaga confirmed her engagement to longtime boyfriend, entrepreneur Michael Polansky, during the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
Introducing him as her fiancé to French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, Gaga is stepping into this next chapter both professionally and personally.
The couple, who have been together since 2019, have weathered the pandemic together and shared many special moments, including celebrating Gaga’s 38th birthday in 2024 with an intimate dinner surrounded by friends.
Lady Gaga’s Relationship Timeline
| Name | Time Period | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Michael Polansky | December 2019 – Now | First spotted kissing on New Year’s Eve 2019. They’ve been together for years since! |
| Dan Horton | July 2019 – October 2019 | Gaga and Dan were first seen together in July 2019 during a brunch date, but they split after a few months. |
| Christian Carino | February 2017 – February 2019 | Rumors started in 2017. They were spotted at the Super Bowl before Gaga’s halftime show. Relationship ended in 2019. |
| Taylor Kinney | July 2011 – July 2016 | Met during the filming of Gaga’s “Yoü and I” music video. They were engaged but broke up after five years together. |
| Lüc Carl | On-and-Off: 2005 – 2011 | Gaga dated Lüc, a bar owner, and nightclub promoter, before her career skyrocketed. Their relationship was on and off. |
| Matthew “Dada” Williams | 2008 | Creative director for Haus of Gaga. They briefly dated in 2008 before he transitioned fully into a professional role. |
Conclusion
- Lady Gaga’s upcoming single “Disease” marks a fresh chapter in her ever-evolving career.
- Despite the disappointment surrounding Joker: Folie à Deux and the commercial challenges of Harlequin, Gaga is proving once again that she’s far from finished.
- With her return to pop music and a cryptic yet captivating teaser, she’s reminding the world why she remains one of the most influential and versatile artists of our time.
- Whether she’s conquering the charts, taking bold risks in film, or delivering jaw-dropping performances, Gaga’s creativity continues to shine through.
- Fans are eagerly awaiting the release of “Disease” and what’s next in her unstoppable journey.
- One thing’s for sure—Lady Gaga is never one to be counted out, and her next move could very well catapult her back to the top.
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