Lady Gaga has surprised her followers with the announcement of a new companion album for her upcoming film Joker: Folie à Deux. The album, titled Harlequin, will feature 13 tracks and is set to be released on September 27, 2024, just days before the film’s theatrical debut. The announcement was made via her Instagram, leaving fans excited and intrigued.
Lady Gaga Announces Companion Album
The news of the album came as a surprise when Lady Gaga posted on her Instagram on Tuesday, sharing the album cover and revealing its title, Harlequin. The album is described as a companion to Joker: Folie à Deux, the upcoming sequel to the 2019 Joker.
In a series of cryptic posts leading up to the announcement, Lady Gaga hinted at the album with phrases such as “I’m ready for my interview” and “Don’t tell me what to wear,” sparking curiosity among her fanbase. Another cryptic message included, “Moon dust gets everywhere,” further fueling speculation about the project.
The Harlequin album cover, which she unveiled on Instagram, shows the singer standing in a shower, draped with a lifebuoy around her neck. The caption confirmed the release date and connection to the Joker sequel: “Harlequin. September 27. A companion album to Joker: Folie à Deux.”
Tracklist Features 13 Songs
Alongside the album cover reveal, Lady Gaga shared a quirky image of a milk carton with the album’s tracklist written on it. The 13 songs reflect a blend of jazz standards, musical theater, and original compositions. Here’s the full tracklist for Harlequin:
Good Morning
Get Happy (2024)
Oh, When the Saints
World on a String
If My Friends Could See Me Now
That’s Entertainment
Smile
The Joker
Folie à Deux
Gonna Build a Mountain
Close to You
Happy Mistake
That’s Life
The inclusion of songs such as Smile, The Joker, and Folie à Deux ties directly into the themes of Joker: Folie à Deux, reinforcing the film’s musical and psychological undertones. Fans have speculated that some of these tracks may feature in the movie itself, either as background or performed by Gaga in her role as Harley Quinn.
Harlequin Releases Before Joker Sequel
The album’s release date of September 27 gives fans just one week to immerse themselves in Lady Gaga’s musical journey before the release of Joker: Folie à Deux on October 4, 2024. The film, which had its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival, is the highly anticipated sequel to the 2019 film Joker, directed by Todd Phillips. In this sequel, Gaga stars opposite Joaquin Phoenix, reprising his role as the Joker. The film has already generated significant buzz, with its mix of psychological drama and musical elements.
Lady Gaga’s role as Harley Quinn is a significant departure from previous portrayals of the character. In an interview earlier this year, she discussed how the character’s relationship with the Joker is explored through a unique, musical lens, adding more depth to both characters. Joker: Folie à Deux is expected to blend the dark, gritty tone of the original film with the vibrant, dramatic flair that Lady Gaga brings to her musical performances.
Lady Gaga’s Artistic Vision
The release of Harlequin adds another layer to Lady Gaga’s artistic approach to the Joker sequel. Known for pushing boundaries and blending music with performance art, the companion album may provide fans with deeper insight into the psychological and emotional aspects of her portrayal of Harley Quinn.
Fans and critics alike are eager to see how Gaga’s music in Harlequin complements the dark world of Joker and how her role in the film intertwines with her musical persona. As the release date approaches, anticipation continues to build for both the album and the film.
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