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Harlequin

Lady Gaga · 2024

41 min · 13 tracks · synth-pop · EDM · dance-pop

A vibrant blend of classic pop and contemporary electronic elements reimagining timeless themes of joy and melancholy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow with uplifting moments
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • playful themes of joy and
  • ideal for morning pick-me-ups
  • catchy sing-along choruses

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy, immersive experiences
  • seek deep introspective narratives

Where this album fits

Themes
theatrical joy· nostalgic reinterpretation· personal resilience
Career context
In 2024, Lady Gaga released 'Harlequin' as her follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'Chromatica', marking a return to her roots in art pop and theatricality. This album came during a phase of introspection and artistic exploration, showcasing her versatility while addressing personal narratives through a fresh lens.
Stylistic neighbors
Katy Perry· Rihanna· Sia
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Magdalene by FKA twigs — Both explore themes of personal resilience wrapped in a blend of electronic and pop elements.
How I'm Feeling Now by Charli XCX — Shares a vibrant, experimental approach to pop while reflecting on personal narratives and emotional depth.
Honey by Robyn — Combines upbeat dance-pop with introspective lyrics, capturing joy and melancholy in equal measure.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Good Morning 2:47
  • 2 Get Happy (2024) 3:12
  • 3 Oh, When the Saints 3:43
  • 4 World on a String 2:37
  • 5 If My Friends Could See Me Now 2:44
  • 6 That’s Entertainment 4:10
  • 7 Smile 3:42
  • 8 The Joker 2:52
  • 9 Folie à deux 3:00
  • 10 Gonna Build a Mountain 2:52
  • 11 Close to You 2:44
  • 12 Happy Mistake 4:06
  • 13 That’s Life 3:04

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