Is Born This Way: The Remix a good place to start with Lady Gaga?

Yes, Born This Way: The Remix is recommended as a starting point for new Lady Gaga listeners. Remixes that transform Lady Gaga's anthems into pulsating, club-ready tracks, each reimagined by a diverse array of artists. Released in early 2011, Born This Way: The Remix followed the massive success of Lady Gaga's original album, which was a cultural phenomenon. At this point in her career, Gaga was solidifying her status as a leading force in pop music and dance culture, with multiple chart-topping hits under her belt.

Who is Born This Way: The Remix for?

Born This Way: The Remix works well if you're into vibrant dancefloor energy, long, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on Born This Way: The Remix?

Born This Way: The Remix has 14 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.

Born This Way: The Remix

Lady Gaga · 2011

71 min · 14 tracks · pop music

Remixes that transform Lady Gaga's anthems into pulsating, club-ready tracks, each reimagined by a diverse array of artists.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Born This Way (Zedd remix) Start here — Zedd's remix elevates the original anthem with a fresh drop and electrifying beats, making it a staple in club playlists and showcasing his signature sound.
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Judas (Goldfrapp remix) — Goldfrapp's interpretation transforms the track into a hauntingly ethereal experience, highlighting the song's darker themes through atmospheric production.
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The Edge of Glory (Foster the People remix) — This remix infuses indie pop elements into a powerful ballad, creating a unique blend that resonates with both Gaga fans and those outside mainstream pop.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The album showcases diverse remixes but lacks a cohesive narrative or flow typical of original works.

What we noticed

Each track features a distinct reinterpretation of the original song, often introducing new beats and electronic elements that shift the mood.
The remixes vary in tempo, with some tracks maintaining a danceable pace while others slow down to create a more atmospheric feel.
Several tracks incorporate unexpected instrumental breaks or drops, which alter the structure of the original songs significantly.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

vibrant dancefloor energy
long, immersive listening sessions
dynamic emotional journeys
upbeat celebratory moods

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A remix album showcasing versatility, but not a primary entry point for new listeners.
Themes: club culture· electronic reinvention· self-acceptance anthems
Moods: Energetic· Uplifting
Career context: Released in early 2011, Born This Way: The Remix followed the massive success of Lady Gaga's original album, which was a cultural phenomenon. At this point in her career, Gaga was solidifying her status as a leading force in pop music and dance culture, with multiple chart-topping hits under her belt.
Stylistic neighbors: Katy Perry· Rihanna· Sia