Adakam 2 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 I think that is very interesting what this image has caused. And I really love it, both the picture, and the reactions. Because that was the idea behind it: to make us question beauty, art, and particularly: female artists, and their role in our society. One could think that an entertainer is supposed to entertain, a singer to sing, and an artist to make art. Well, that is true, for males. For females, they are expected to be, above all things, pretty. In our society, it doesn't matter that much if an entertainer is not amusing, if a singer has no voice, or an artist has no talent, as long as she's beautiful. Lady Gaga was criticized for being "too fat" for a popstar. Lady Gaga was criticized for losing weight and getting naked, because some people claimed she couldn't speak of self acceptance, and look s-xy at the same time, saying she was a "hypocrite". Lady Gaga now covers HER ENTIRE BODY, and she's criticized for looking "unattractive", and "ugly". See the coincidences? can you see the point of connection? . It's all about her body. It's all about her image. Not her voice, not her creativity, not her talent, or her skills as a performer, nope. As a woman, Lady Gaga is only judged by her looks. The media, and society in general, are basically telling her: "be obedient, fit our criteria, and we'll treat you right, dare to take a footstep out of our path, and we'll slaughter you". A person with fear, a person who feels insecure is easier to control. The media manipulates women though their looks, fueling their insecurities. By looking "ugly" in her photoshoots, Lady Gaga is clearly stating: "Say what you want about my image, you won't control me, I rule my body, and no one else". She probably knows the image isn't "flattering", and I think that's EXACTLY how she wanted it to be. Why on earth should her promo pics be "pretty"? she's an artist, not a supermodel, and she plays her own game, with her own rules. She won't let the media bully her because of her weight, her hair, o her clothes. What if she was really as fat as her outfit suggests? would that make her less talented? will her songs be less catchy? I don't think so ;) . Of course that's my personal interpretation, but I think it's a really meaningful, deep photograph. There's no need to disrespect other people's opinions, some of us loved it, some hated it, it shouldn't be that much of a deal anyways, we can all share our thoughts respectfully :) . PS: Haunt and Pop, you guys nailed it!!! I totally agree with everything you wrote. You should make this a thread Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Memo 176 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 *melts down* Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Kunst 0 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 An interesting (imo) discussion about some of the interpretations is going on here, if anyone is interested: http://gagadaily.com/index.php?showtopic=64147&page=3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuckles 2,549 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 She looks so funny! I love the shoes:) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urban 9 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 The jumpsuit is by Issey Miyake Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hello Mr. Radio 45 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 MESS Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky 39 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 It's truly terrible. really. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pure Adrenaline 1,518 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 I really like the wig and the face It's much more fun to have hizophrenia... u never get lonely Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Married the Night 3,955 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 The worst thing she has ever officially released. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demon Of Razgriz 57 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 I think the hair is cool it reminds me of the white witch "It's a weapon, It's REALLY powerful, Especially against living things!" -Barry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SayCart 8 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 Ugggh this is getting so annoying! When is gaga gonna stop copying! First madonna, now adele! :grr: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hater 32 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 You guys seriously need to calm the **** down literally let her just wear what she wants and have some fun. I like this "don't give a ****" gaga and it's just chill and raw. Just forget the whole "what is art?!!1!" bull **** and let her tweet a photo god damn u guys Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millennial 0 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 K.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Kunst 0 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 The jumpsuit is by Issey Miyake Thanks for pointing that out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
INNA 3,721 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 You guys seriously need to calm the **** down literally let her just wear what she wants and have some fun. I like this "don't give a ****" gaga and it's just chill and raw. Just forget the whole "what is art?!!1!" bull **** and let her tweet a photo god damn u guys This x1000000 Why are you all so bothered :toofunny: fragment-fragment--bul-uh...scab-uh..fragment-foot, bullet fragment foot bich! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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