Gaga

I think Lady Gaga is a very interesting person. And she is by definition, a radical. Therefore, Gaga Feminism rejects the norm to almost every degree. I have always admired Lady Gaga and what she stands for, so I really liked this type of feminism and found it admirable as well. Halbertstam uses Lady Gaga and other celebrities like Ke$ha to describe the complex relationship between a woman flaunting her body and expressing her sexuality, while also using it to empower her femininity. We have covered this topic in class when we discussed Beyonce and the interesting dynamic she portrays for the media. She is an example of another strong woman who expresses her sexuality but is typically critiqued for it. Lady Gaga has faced many critics throughout her fame, but does not seem to let it affect her. Which makes her a true role model and a great person for Halberstam to use to develop a new theory of feminism.

When I think of Lady Gaga, the first thing I think of is her meat outfit. And for those who do not recall, it was in 2010 and she appeared at what I believe was an awards show wearing a dress that was covered in and made of meat. I remember not realizing what was going on and thinking “Wow, how weird”. But now I see it as a demonstration of self-expression for a woman who just wants to be herself and make a point. Gaga later explained that the dress was meant to make a statement that one should stand up for what they believe in and do what they feel is right. There is no meaning in particular, but that everyone should stand up for something. Something they feel passionate about, no matter what it is. And I think this is the best “meaning” she could have come up with.