Lady Gaga. (2009). The Fame Monster. Santa Monica, CA : Streamline/Konlive/Cherrytree/Interscope. Standard No. 602527210360.
Summary
Album tracks include: Bad Romance -- Alejandro -- Monster -- Speechless -- Dance in the Dark -- Telephone (feat. Beyoncé) -- So Happy I Could Die -- Teeth -- Just Dance (feat. Colby O'Donis) -- Lovegame -- Paparazzi -- Poker face -- Eh, Eh (Nothing Else I Can Say) -- Beautiful, Dirty, Rich -- The Fame -- Money Honey -- Starstruck (feat. Space Cowboy and Flo Rida) -- Boys Boys Boys -- Paper Gangsta -- Brown Eyes -- I Like it Rough -- Summerboy.
Critical Evaluation
Lady Gaga's album, The Fame Monster, is an international hit. She has quickly become one of the most famous musical artists of the decade. Her songs are upbeat, dance tunes full of fun and a bit of sexual innuendo without being off putting. Parents may not like her sexy image, but teens and young adults flock to her because of her originality and freedom of expression. Not only is her music infectious, but her politics and views on life are very positive. She is an advocate for gay rights and supports AIDS research. During concerts she always tells her fans, or "little monsters", that they are free to be whatever they want and to aim high. One can't turn on the radio, turn on the t.v., or open a magazine without hearing or seeing Lady Gaga.
Reader's Annotation
World-famous pop icon, Lady Gaga, takes you on a dancing pop journey with this fabulous album.
About the Artist
Lady Gaga was born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta. The 24-year old singer has seen a phenomanal rise to fame in the last year due to her infectious pop sound and outrageous public persona. Her fashions, including a dress made out of meat, have made the covers of magazines all over the world.
Lady Gaga got her start in the music scene of New York City's Lower East Side. She was discovered by another popular artist, Akon. She has won numerous awards including two Grammy Awards and Billboard named her Artist of the Year for 2010.
Genre
Music CD, Pop
Curriculum Ties
N/A
Reading Level/Interest Age
14+
Challenge Issues
Suggestive lyrics
Challenge defense ideas
-Become familiar with the artist's music and positive messages.
-Read reviews in magazines/online like Spin or Rolling Stone.
Why Included in Titles Selected
Lady Gaga is to today's teens what Madonna was to my generation.
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