The new album marks her first sinceChromaticaarrived during the early months of pandemic lockdowns.

That album was about an absolutely horrible time for me with my mental health, she said.

I was in a really dark place.

Lady Gaga attends the “Joker: Folie  Deux” red carpet during the 81st Venice International Film Festival on September 4, 2024

Lady Gaga attends the “Joker: Folie Deux” red carpet during the 81st Venice International Film Festival on September 4, 2024Gisela Schober/Getty Images

Im able to hear it back.

I go on the internet and, like, cry.

Shes also backing Taylor Swift and Kesha on their respective musical journeys.

And I want them all to feel really happy.