Born This Way is the second studio album by American singer Lady Gaga, released by Interscope Records on May 23, 2011. It was co-written and co-produced by Gaga with other producers, including Fernando Garibay and RedOne, who had previously worked with her. She also worked with artists such as E Street Band saxophonist Clarence Clemons and Queen guitarist Brian May. Gaga and Garibay are the album's musical directors.
In songs such as "Marry the Night" and "Fashion of His Love" Gaga is influenced by Whitney Houston (pictured in 1991).
Bruce Springsteen (pictured in 1988) has prominent influences on the album, notably in songs including "Hair" and "The Edge of Glory".
Madonna's (pictured in 2015) influence can be heard in songs such as "Born This Way" and "Scheiße".
Gaga performing "Americano" on the Born This Way Ball tour (2012–2013). The song was written in response to Arizona SB 1070.
Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, known professionally as Lady Gaga, is an American singer-songwriter and actress. She is known for reinventing her image and showcasing versatility in entertainment. Gaga started performing as a teenager by singing at open mic nights and acting in school plays. She studied Collaborative Arts Project 21 before leaving to pursue a music career. After a contract cancellation by Def Jam Recordings, Gaga worked as a songwriter for Sony/ATV Music Publishing. In 2007, she signed with Interscope Records and KonLive Distribution. Her breakthrough came the following year with her debut studio album, The Fame, and its singles "Just Dance" and "Poker Face". The album was later reissued along with The Fame Monster (2009), which yielded the successful singles "Bad Romance", "Alejandro" and "Telephone".
Gaga at the inauguration of Joe Biden, 2021
Gaga performing at Lollapalooza in 2007
Gaga on The Monster Ball Tour in 2010; it grossed $227 million and became the highest-grossing concert tour for a debut headlining artist
Gaga promoting Born This Way with performances in Sydney, Australia