Lady Gaga recently celebrated her 14th Grammy win for 'Die with a Smile,' her collaboration with Bruno Mars, while reflecting on her past drag king persona, Jo Calderone. Describing Jo as a significant exploration of her inner conflicts regarding relationships and self-identity, Gaga acknowledges that the character's retirement marks a transition. Her upcoming album 'Mayhem' symbolizes her internal journey and desire for authenticity, allowing her to reignite the joy of music-making that had previously been overshadowed by pressure and expectations. This album returns to her roots, blending her intense emotions with artistic freedom.
I was always kind of fascinated with some kind of inner torture since the beginning of my career. I think I've always felt a little bit at war with myself.
That was actually kind of a big moment for me as a woman to put all the pent-up fear or anger I had about relationships into one character.
In making 'Mayhem'... I released some of the pressure and got back to the joy of creating music from my early years.
The character is no longer with me, but I wish Jo all the best. Jo was an important character for me.
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