Lady Gaga Responds to Criticism of ‘Joker: Folie À Deux’
Joker: Folie À Deux was a highly anticipated film for 2024, featuring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga. However, it has faced considerable criticism from both audiences and critics alike. Despite the negative reception, Gaga has chosen to remain optimistic and composed.
In a recent interview for a cover story, Gaga addressed the mixed reviews the film has garnered. She stated, "People just sometimes don’t like some things. It’s that simple. And I think to be an artist, you have to be willing for people to sometimes not like it. And you keep going even if something didn’t connect in the way that you intended." Her words reflect a thoughtful perspective on the nature of creativity and public opinion.
Talking more broadly about dealing with failure, she mentioned that the fear of not meeting expectations can be overwhelming. She said, "When that makes its way into your life, that can be hard to get control of. It’s part of the mayhem." This reveals that she acknowledges the challenges that come with being an artist in the public eye.
Aside from discussing the film, Gaga also shared insights about her upcoming music project, titled Mayhem. She described the album as an eclectic blend of influences, mentioning styles like "’90s alternative, electro-grunge, Prince and Bowie melodies, guitar and attitude, funky bass lines, French electronic dance, and analog synths." She characterized Mayhem as a chaotic work that breaks conventions and emphasizes fun.
In her interview, she vividly illustrated the creative process behind the album, saying, "As I’m writing, it assembles in my brain, then through the recording it becomes a full piece of color. Every song is a different shade. A lot of the songs on this album have a maroon, brown color to them. ‘Bad Romance’ was like that — it was reddish." This description gives fans an idea of the artistic vision that drives her music.
Ultimately, Gaga's calm and measured responses reflect her resilience as an artist. She continues to push through criticism and remains focused on her creative endeavors, both in film and music.
Gaga, Joker, Criticism