Lady Gaga Opens Up About Her Struggles and New Album
Lady Gaga has opened up about her mental health battles and her journey to find peace. In a recent interview, she revealed that she doesn't like to 'torture herself' by constantly thinking about her demons, despite having always been 'looking for an out' during her toughest times.
The 38-year-old star has announced her return to music with her new album titled Mayhem, which is set to release on March 7. As the cover star of ELLE UK's March 2025 issue, Gaga speaks about celebrating her darker moments.
Finding Light in Darkness
In a striking photo shoot for the publication, Gaga reflected on her past struggles with alcohol and smoking. She shared how she was always in search of an escape route to deal with her emotions. 'I used to call it the trap door. I needed an escape route,' she explained. However, Gaga noted that she has moved past that phase and now focuses on being present and authentic.
While creating her seventh album, Gaga discovered aspects of herself that she thought she had left behind. 'The chaos I thought was long gone is fully intact and ready to greet me whenever I'd like,' she said. Throughout the album, the message is clear: we all have our demons at the beginning and they are still with us in the end, but it doesn't have to be a bleak reality.
Embracing Chaos and Creativity
'Mayhem is about following your own chaos into whatever cranny of your life that it takes you to,' Gaga elaborated. The writing process for the album was a labor of love. She expressed the importance of sharing these themes with her fans through her music.
In addition to discussing her music, Gaga shared insights into her relationship with her fiancé, Michael Polansky. They began dating after being set up by her mother in 2020, and they got engaged earlier this year. She revealed that Michael often tells her, 'You are a special human being when the cameras aren't on you. And I get to see that all the time.'
Looking Ahead
Gaga is reportedly in talks to perform at the upcoming Grammy Awards, which would mark her return to the stage for the first time in three years. The excitement around the event is palpable, as she and Bruno Mars's song, Die With A Smile, has received significant recognition.
In her interview, Gaga also addressed the recent US Presidential Elections, expressing her compassion for those feeling fearful in today's climate. 'Community is going to be the number-one thing,' she remarked, standing up for the marginalized communities and reiterating her commitment to support them regardless of the challenges ahead.
The March issue of ELLE UK will be available from February 6, featuring Gaga's inspiring journey and her musical comeback.
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