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Mayhem

Lady Gaga · 2025

56 min · 15 tracks · synth-pop · EDM · dance-pop

A kaleidoscopic blend of electronic beats and provocative lyrics capturing the chaos of modern fame.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo dance vibes
  • provocative lyrics for reflection
  • kaleidoscopic soundscapes to explore
  • for late-night energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer long, sprawling albums

Where this album fits

Themes
celebrity chaos· emotional turmoil· public perception critique
Career context
In 2025, Lady Gaga released 'Mayhem' as her sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Chromatica'. At this point in her career, she was redefining her sound with a focus on introspective themes while embracing her dance-pop roots, navigating the complexities of celebrity life and mental health.
Stylistic neighbors
Katy Perry· Rihanna· Sia
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Charli by Charli XCX — Explores similar themes of fame and self-identity with a hyper-pop sound and introspective lyrics.
Art Angels by Grimes — Merges electronic beats with lyrical commentary on fame, chaos, and personal narrative in an avant-garde style.
Magdalene by FKA twigs — Delves into emotional turmoil and public perception with experimental production and haunting vocal delivery.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Disease 3:49
  • 2 Abracadabra 3:43
  • 3 Garden of Eden 3:59
  • 4 Perfect Celebrity 3:49
  • 5 Vanish Into You 4:04
  • 6 Killah 3:30
  • 7 Zombieboy 3:33
  • 8 LoveDrug 3:13
  • 9 How Bad Do U Want Me 3:58
  • 10 Don’t Call Tonight 3:45
  • 11 Shadow of a Man 3:19
  • 12 The Beast 3:54
  • 13 Blade of Grass 4:17
  • 14 Can’t Stop the High 3:31
  • 15 Die With a Smile 4:11

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