At the iHeartRadio Music Awards, Lady Gaga celebrated her career and thanked the LGBTQ+ community for their courage and support. Accepting the Innovator Award from Doechii, Gaga reflected on her journey in the music industry, highlighting ageism faced by women artists. Despite her success, she conveyed a sense of being just at the beginning of her artistry. Expressing gratitude to her fans, "Little Monsters," and influential icons, Gaga emphasized the importance of authenticity and the transformative power of community support.
"I was considered weird but it's OK, 'cos things worked out. As a kid that identified as an artist, as queer, as a Little Monster - Lady Gaga wasn't just a pop star: she was a lifeline."
"On the one hand I feel like I've been doing this forever and on the other hand, I know I'm just getting started. Even though the world might consider a woman in her late thirties old for a pop star, which is insane, I promise that I'm just getting warmed up."
"Thank you to my Little Monsters. Thank you for always seeing me so clearly, from The Fame to Mayhem. Because you saw me, I learned to see myself."
"And to the LGBTQ+ community, you taught me bravery, before the world was ready to listen. You have changed the world for better and your courage fuels mine every single day."
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