Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars Team Up for New Song “Die With a Smile”
Gaga and Mars Go Retro Country in New Visual
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars have teamed up for a surprising collaboration on their new single, “Die With a Smile.” Alongside the release, they’ve dropped a vintage-inspired music video that blends classic country aesthetics with their signature star power. Directed by Daniel Ramos and Bruno Mars, the video takes viewers back to a 1950s-style recording studio crossed with an old-school TV show set, where the two icons perform in full retro country attire. Watch below.
A Teaser That Set Social Media Abuzz
The teaser for the collaboration arrived just yesterday, August 15, when Lady Gaga took to social media to share a sneak peek with a photo of herself and Mars dressed in complementary blue and red outfits. “WHILE YOU WAIT TILL LG7…,” she teased, hinting that more is coming from her next era. Fans didn’t have to wait long, as the pair unveiled the track live during the grand opening of the Intuit Dome in Inglewood.
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Lady Gaga’s Next Big Era
For Lady Gaga, “Die With a Smile” marks her first single since “Hold My Hand,” the soaring theme song for the 2022 blockbuster Top Gun: Maverick. Since then, Gaga has made high-profile appearances, including a performance at the 2023 Academy Awards and headlining the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony. Her Las Vegas residency, which returned to sold-out crowds, continues to be a major draw. Fans are also eagerly anticipating her role as Harley Quinn in the upcoming Joker sequel, Joker: Folie à Deux, set to hit theaters on October 4.
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Bruno Mars Ventures into New Territory
This collaboration sees Bruno Mars stepping into new territory as well, bringing his smooth vocals and retro flair into the country-tinged track. Known for his eclectic mix of pop, R&B, and funk, Mars continues to expand his musical horizons, adding a fresh twist to the sound that has made him a global superstar.
A Bold New Direction
“Die With a Smile” is available now, giving fans a taste of what could be a new direction for both artists. With their blend of star power and genre-crossing experimentation, Gaga and Mars have once again proven that they’re unafraid to push boundaries—this time, with a cowboy hat and a smile.
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