Lady Gaga had one goal in mind when writing “Just Dance”—spreading joy. “Just Dance” was released as her debut single in 2008 off her breakthrough album, The Fame, setting off a firestorm of success ...

At this point, doesn’t it feel like Lady Gaga has been a part of our lives – and the pop music conversation – forever? She’s so successful and beloved, it’s tough to remember a time before she changed ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Following her historic Rio concert and Coachella sets, Lady Gaga ...