BBG580 Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I've had it! The egg thing has finally sent me into orbit! What is the deal with this woman and why does everyone seem to think she is so wonderful? She's weird, she does strange things and people call her a genius. It seems like a case of The Emperor's New Clothes to me. She tells people how wonderful she is so often that everyone believes her at this point! Hey, I'll admit that her music is catchy, but revolutionary? On par with the Beatles or the Rolling Stones? NO WAY! Meat dresses and egg arrivals don't equate to genius musician. She's a master marketer, I'll give her that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truscifi Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I'm almost afraid to ask...what egg thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBG580 Posted February 14, 2011 Author Share Posted February 14, 2011 Oh come on, her egg arrival - it is SO NEWSWORTHY that it is the huge lead story on CNN online. :001_rolleyes: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyWImom Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I'm almost afraid to ask...what egg thing? I'd like to know too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I think it must be this?? http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/lady-gaga-hatches-egg-grammy-99189 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 (edited) Here, I found it. It is the most ridicoulous thing I've ever heard of in my life. I don't think it is genius. I think it is quite the opposite. "It was necessary to incubate her for a certain time, because tonight she is actually birthing a new race," Gibson said. "A new race that doesn't have the ability to judge or hate in their DNA, so she is incubating right now so she goes through that process." I think it is necessary to incubate her so her handlers can catch a break from the ditzines for a few minutes every day Edited February 14, 2011 by Parrothead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeaganS Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 My husband has a lot to say on the matter, so I let him write my answer: First off, you're right: the woman DOES make some pretty good--sometimes even great--dance/pop music. She has a knack for finding a hook that is demonstrated by relatively few pop/rock musicians in the mainstream. But perhaps the most interesting element of Lady Gaga is that she is more or less playing us all for the fool. Think about it. The public knows next to nothing about her personal life. All we know is what she lets us see. Lady Gaga is almost a character being played in a life-cum-Happening a la the performing arts of the mid to late 1960s. Perhaps no artist has so fully enraptured the popular culture with nothing but the face she chooses to show us since Madonna at the beginning of her career. Like her, Gaga is establishing herself as a presence, an element burrowing into the subconscious of our nation's pop culture. She's mainstream and poppy, but maintains a strong subversive element. She alienates us all while simultaneously intriguing us. Many times in popular music people claim to be able to "relate" to the artist or the sentiment expressed in their songs (this can often especially be seen with youth audiences). No one identifies with Gaga. She just is. And by being, she draws our attention. As a musician, she's no revolutionary. She's skilled, no doubt, but not anything new. But as a performance artist--as a character--she's the biggest thing since David Bowie became Ziggy Stardust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I just now saw it on TV. Well, what can you expect from someone who chooses a name like Ga Ga? Obviously I am jumping to the conclusion that this is not her real name :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree House Academy Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 She hatched from an egg at the Grammys so she could sing her song "Born this Way." I am sorry, but she is really very Madonna wannabe to me. I don't care for her at all. Of course, I didn't care much for Madonna in the 80's either...or in the early 00's when she kissed Brittany Spears. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I just now saw it on TV. Well, what can you expect from someone who chooses a name like Ga Ga? Obviously I am jumping to the conclusion that this is not her real name :D Her real name is Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bookfiend Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 Maybe she will come as pancakes to the next awards show and complete her Denny's Grand Slam breakfast theme! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarawatsonim Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 My husband has a lot to say on the matter, so I let him write my answer: First off, you're right: the woman DOES make some pretty good--sometimes even great--dance/pop music. She has a knack for finding a hook that is demonstrated by relatively few pop/rock musicians in the mainstream. But perhaps the most interesting element of Lady Gaga is that she is more or less playing us all for the fool. Think about it. The public knows next to nothing about her personal life. All we know is what she lets us see. Lady Gaga is almost a character being played in a life-cum-Happening a la the performing arts of the mid to late 1960s. Perhaps no artist has so fully enraptured the popular culture with nothing but the face she chooses to show us since Madonna at the beginning of her career. Like her, Gaga is establishing herself as a presence, an element burrowing into the subconscious of our nation's pop culture. She's mainstream and poppy, but maintains a strong subversive element. She alienates us all while simultaneously intriguing us. Many times in popular music people claim to be able to "relate" to the artist or the sentiment expressed in their songs (this can often especially be seen with youth audiences). No one identifies with Gaga. She just is. And by being, she draws our attention. As a musician, she's no revolutionary. She's skilled, no doubt, but not anything new. But as a performance artist--as a character--she's the biggest thing since David Bowie became Ziggy Stardust. This us a really good summation of Lady Gaga. I like her, I think she is a talented song writer. My dh (who is a musician) stated that you can tell if a song is well written if it sounds great when you play it alone with an acoustic guitar. I have heard several of her hits played acoustically and they sound fantastic. I find the music industry has been turning out a lot of mass produced bands and music over the last chunk of years. I like that she stands out as David Bowie (who I love) as Ziggy Stardust did back then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBG580 Posted February 14, 2011 Author Share Posted February 14, 2011 Maybe she will come as pancakes to the next awards show and complete her Denny's Grand Slam breakfast theme! You have no idea how much I'd love to quote this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 Gosh, what a nice sounding name - and she chose Gaga????????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I like her. I think she's nuts, but I like her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicksMama-Zack's Mama Too Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 This us a really good summation of Lady Gaga. I like her, I think she is a talented song writer. My dh (who is a musician) stated that you can tell if a song is well written if it sounds great when you play it alone with an acoustic guitar. I have heard several of her hits played acoustically and they sound fantastic. I find the music industry has been turning out a lot of mass produced bands and music over the last chunk of years. I like that she stands out as David Bowie (who I love) as Ziggy Stardust did back then. ITA. Chris Daughtry's acoustic version of Poker Face is haunting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pqr Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I am proud to say that my children could not pick her out of a line-up. I know that I should be able to do so, if only to be aware of contemporary culture, but truth be told I have no idea what she looks like. Young, thin, white with a penchant for clothes made from flesh??? beyond that I have no idea. Off to google her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuntieM Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I agree. I do believe she has musical talent (which albeit not my own taste, it is skilled). I do believe, however, that she is the whole package... Performance artist extraordinaire (again, I don't have to be a fan of it for it to be true). She is grinning all the way to the bank. My husband has a lot to say on the matter, so I let him write my answer: First off, you're right: the woman DOES make some pretty good--sometimes even great--dance/pop music. She has a knack for finding a hook that is demonstrated by relatively few pop/rock musicians in the mainstream. But perhaps the most interesting element of Lady Gaga is that she is more or less playing us all for the fool. Think about it. The public knows next to nothing about her personal life. All we know is what she lets us see. Lady Gaga is almost a character being played in a life-cum-Happening a la the performing arts of the mid to late 1960s. Perhaps no artist has so fully enraptured the popular culture with nothing but the face she chooses to show us since Madonna at the beginning of her career. Like her, Gaga is establishing herself as a presence, an element burrowing into the subconscious of our nation's pop culture. She's mainstream and poppy, but maintains a strong subversive element. She alienates us all while simultaneously intriguing us. Many times in popular music people claim to be able to "relate" to the artist or the sentiment expressed in their songs (this can often especially be seen with youth audiences). No one identifies with Gaga. She just is. And by being, she draws our attention. As a musician, she's no revolutionary. She's skilled, no doubt, but not anything new. But as a performance artist--as a character--she's the biggest thing since David Bowie became Ziggy Stardust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsquirrel Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I find her hilarious. Whatever reaction you have, that was what she was going for. Go ahead, ignore her. She knew you would do that too and she's cool with it. She is like a fun house mirror. And I think "Bad Romance" is one of the best pop songs ever. When I heard her wail "And I wanna be friends" I almost fell down with laughing. Brilliant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritaserum Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 ITA. Chris Daughtry's acoustic version of Poker Face is haunting. That was so good! I remember really liking him when I watched his season of American Idol. I'm more of a rock than pop person. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 My husband has a lot to say on the matter, so I let him write my answer: First off, you're right: the woman DOES make some pretty good--sometimes even great--dance/pop music. She has a knack for finding a hook that is demonstrated by relatively few pop/rock musicians in the mainstream. But perhaps the most interesting element of Lady Gaga is that she is more or less playing us all for the fool. Think about it. The public knows next to nothing about her personal life. All we know is what she lets us see. Lady Gaga is almost a character being played in a life-cum-Happening a la the performing arts of the mid to late 1960s. Perhaps no artist has so fully enraptured the popular culture with nothing but the face she chooses to show us since Madonna at the beginning of her career. Like her, Gaga is establishing herself as a presence, an element burrowing into the subconscious of our nation's pop culture. She's mainstream and poppy, but maintains a strong subversive element. She alienates us all while simultaneously intriguing us. Many times in popular music people claim to be able to "relate" to the artist or the sentiment expressed in their songs (this can often especially be seen with youth audiences). No one identifies with Gaga. She just is. And by being, she draws our attention. As a musician, she's no revolutionary. She's skilled, no doubt, but not anything new. But as a performance artist--as a character--she's the biggest thing since David Bowie became Ziggy Stardust. :iagree: I think she's a very intelligent woman who has created a great character. Every move she makes is carefully crafted. If you listen to her play/sing her songs with just a keyboard, you can tell she's a talented musician. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaissezFaire Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 Re: her name Every day, when Stef came to the studio, instead of saying hello, I would start singing 'Radio Ga Ga'. That was her entrance song. [Lady Gaga] was actually a glitch; I typed 'Radio Ga Ga' in a text and it did an autocorrect so somehow 'Radio' got changed to 'Lady'. She texted me back, "That's it." After that day, she was Lady Gaga.[28] She’s like, "Don't ever call me Stefani again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jplain Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 And I think "Bad Romance" is one of the best pop songs ever. When I heard her wail "And I wanna be friends" I almost fell down with laughing. Brilliant. The lyric is actually "I don't wanna be friends." :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieH Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I like that she stands out as David Bowie (who I love) as Ziggy Stardust did back then. She's no David Bowie. Sorry, but she's not (imho :) ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joanne Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 Not my taste in music, but I do think she's brilliant as a market-er, performer and talent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 Here's an acoustic version of Paparazzi: http://www.youtube.com/watchv=l3R3KqrJAI4&feature=youtube_gdata_player Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nakia Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I kinda love her. She is talented, crazy, and doesn't give a flip what anyone thinks about her. My kinda girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joker Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I like her as a song writer but I dislike her as a performer/singer. It would be perfect, for me, if she would stay behind the scenes as a writer. I feel the same way about Taylor Swift. My older dd loves Swift and I think she's a good writer but I don't think she's a good performer/singer. My 2 cents.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 She's no David Bowie. Sorry, but she's not (imho :) ) :iagree: Bowie is in a whole other league. One which I think she'd like to be in, but never will. She's good at what she does.. I don't know why, but she kind of reminds me of Bette Midler in her younger brash years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 She's as much a performance artist as she is a singer, and I think that's what makes her remarkable (not a huge fan myself, but she does genuinely stand out). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristusG Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 Honestly, I can't stand her. And after googling some of her lyrics, I can understand why. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punchie Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 My husband has a lot to say on the matter, so I let him write my answer: First off, you're right: the woman DOES make some pretty good--sometimes even great--dance/pop music. She has a knack for finding a hook that is demonstrated by relatively few pop/rock musicians in the mainstream. But perhaps the most interesting element of Lady Gaga is that she is more or less playing us all for the fool. Think about it. The public knows next to nothing about her personal life. All we know is what she lets us see. Lady Gaga is almost a character being played in a life-cum-Happening a la the performing arts of the mid to late 1960s. Perhaps no artist has so fully enraptured the popular culture with nothing but the face she chooses to show us since Madonna at the beginning of her career. Like her, Gaga is establishing herself as a presence, an element burrowing into the subconscious of our nation's pop culture. She's mainstream and poppy, but maintains a strong subversive element. She alienates us all while simultaneously intriguing us. Many times in popular music people claim to be able to "relate" to the artist or the sentiment expressed in their songs (this can often especially be seen with youth audiences). No one identifies with Gaga. She just is. And by being, she draws our attention. As a musician, she's no revolutionary. She's skilled, no doubt, but not anything new. But as a performance artist--as a character--she's the biggest thing since David Bowie became Ziggy Stardust. :iagree: I also agree about her being a talented writer. The songs still rock when they're done acoustically. I will admit that I do like her music. I'm a sucker for a good dance track though. She's successfully marketing the whole package. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex-mex Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 But as a performance artist--as a character--she's the biggest thing since David Bowie became Ziggy Stardust. :iagree: Whoever her PR or agent are -- they are brilliant folk marketing her. I do think she is (an artist) much like Bowie when he really believed he was Ziggy, kwim? She is not Stephanie -- to her she IS Gaga. Curious to see what she is in a couple of years down the road to reinvent herself or if she can have another hit to last beyond a few short years. If she makes it past the 8-10 year mark, kudos to her. Hollywood is tough. Your last movie or song will make you yesterday's news. She keeps it fresh and her antics make the PR and paparazzi hunger for more. I bet her record company loves $$$ it. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katemary63 Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 (edited) Not my taste in music, but I do think she's brilliant as a market-er, performer and talent. :iagree: I don't listen to this type of music but sometimes my older daughter does. I find myself enjoying listening to her music even though I don't like it...? And I really don't think it's quality music and certianly not quality lyrics, but...the songs are easy and fun to sing along with - they stick with you and make you want to dance.....so....What do I know, I'm a country music fan! Theoretically, I can't stand her. Weird. I both hate and love Bad Romance. Edited February 14, 2011 by katemary63 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex-mex Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I agree. I do believe she has musical talent (which albeit notmy own taste, it is skilled). I do believe, however, that she is the whole package... Performance artist extraordinaire (again, I don't have to be a fan of it for it to be true). She is grinning all the way to the bank. :iagree: If she wrote the music or lyrics -- as a songwriter profiting off royalties, she makes far more $$$ than as a performer and owns the rights to the music. Years from now, she will be laughing all the way to the bank. Even more so if future performers or commercials use her music -- she gets paid. Ka-ching $$$!!! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I kinda love her. She is talented, crazy, and doesn't give a flip what anyone thinks about her. My kinda girl!This sums it up for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Buckin' Longhorn Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I really like her. I love weird. I love crazy. The crazier the better. Love Bowie. Love Madonna. Love Ga Ga. LOVE crazy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I had never heard of her until I saw this. I like it better than hers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12Stars Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 Some of her songs are catchy and I like the beats. She has some talent. I am pretty open minded to different kinds of musicians, but she kind of creeps me out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawna in Texas Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 We love her here. We quite enjoyed her performance tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawna in Texas Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I really like her. I love weird. I love crazy. The crazier the better. Love Bowie. Love Madonna. Love Ga Ga. LOVE crazy. :iagree: My 12yo wished she were born a boy just so she could dress like Bowie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunshineMom Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 She is on the verge of becoming a "plaything" for the masses, not a honorable position, but rather a spiritual degradation. We really need more role models who are courageous, moral, and in possession of upright characters that can benefit society. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negin Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I just love her music. Dh has taught me, and this is a wonderful thing, to separate art from artist. I seldom pay attention to all the hype and hoopla. I just listen to the music and enjoy it. Most artists are whack jobs and many often have been. Some of the great classical artists, okay, (maybe I can only think of one at the moment), were major anti-Semites and scarily so. Again, I just enjoy the music. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Atl Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 She's no David Bowie. Sorry, but she's not (imho :) ) Yes, because Bowie actually cared about the music he was/still is making. He did not set out to be some kind of "PoP" star. He never stay with any one persona long. She's been GAGA for too many years now. I love performance art, but she's not it. She's like Pop Tarts; fake food. Most top 40 music is canned/non thinking crud. Yes, unlike many of the other pop-divas, she can actually write, play an instrument, but she hides her ability behind a clown suite. Something a friend told me a few yes ago has really summed up my thoughts on why so many love top 40 music, "I don't want to have to think about it, I want my music to non-challenging." She and most of the others who are the current cat's meow, are just that; music light. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Atl Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 Most artists are whack jobs and many often have been. Some of the great classical artists, okay, (maybe I can only think of one at the moment), were major anti-Semites and scarily so. Again, I just enjoy the music. Wow, generalize much? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 (edited) My hubby is in the song writing business and apparently she is considered a genius in this dept. She has written a lot of new, exciting music for a lot of big names in the music industry, not just lyrics but musical compositions. Everything else is just flash to keep in name in the public face. You know, any publicity is good publicity and she really doesn't care if you like her or not. She is laughing all the way to the bank. The wiki article has a lot of info on where her real talents lie. Here is a funny story about her music though. My gs is 2 1/2, When we were down for Christmas, my 14 year old would sing Bad Romance. My gs can't quite pronounce my dd's name but everytime she started singing he would yell, "Shormy - Shut up!" That is the only thing he says that about but now even when he calls if she even hums the tune he says that. I guess he doesn't like it too much. :tongue_smilie: Edited February 14, 2011 by KidsHappen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K in MI Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 That was great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zusjames Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I cannot stand Gaga. I'm afraid if I say anything more that I'd get banned from the forum. Might get political and bring morality into all of this. Gaga doesn't... so someone should, right? Racing away as fast as I can. :auto: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mejane Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 (edited) I like one or two of her songs, but I can't stand looking at her. Personally, I think she's a bad Madonna-wannabe. My kids love her. Edited February 14, 2011 by Mejane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danybug Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 Maybe she will come as pancakes to the next awards show and complete her Denny's Grand Slam breakfast theme! :lol: Great first laugh of the day! Thanks! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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