Lady Gaga's Musical Journey in 2025: From the VMAs to The Late Show
Fresh off her show-stopping performance at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, Lady Gaga made an appearance as the musical guest on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert on September 8. Dressed in a sleek black outfit, Gaga delivered a stripped-down rendition of “Vanish Into You,” a track from her latest album, Mayhem, accompanied by a guitar duo. The performance showcased Gaga's versatility and artistry in a more intimate setting.
Lady Gaga dominated the VMAs with 12 nominations, taking home awards for Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration for her Bruno Mars duet “Die With a Smile,” and Best Direction and Best Art Direction for “Abracadabra.” Despite her impressive wins, Gaga fell short in the Video of the Year category, which was claimed by Ariana Grande for “Brighter Days Ahead.” Gaga also treated the audience to performances of “Abracadabra” and “The Dead Dance,” her latest single for Netflix’s Wednesday, during the event.
Mayhem marks Lady Gaga's return to the music scene after a five-year hiatus. Currently on a North American tour in support of the album, Gaga has been captivating audiences in major arenas with her gothic-inspired live show. Following her performances in Toronto and Chicago, Gaga will take her captivating stage presence to Europe and Australia for the remainder of the year.
For more on Lady Gaga's latest album and other standout music releases of 2025, check out “The Best Music of 2025 So Far.” Lady Gaga continues to captivate audiences with her unique blend of music and artistry, solidifying her status as a pop icon in the industry.