Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars have teamed up for a new single titled “Die With a Smile,” which was released early Friday morning. The song comes with a visually striking music video featuring the two artists in retro-style country western outfits Gaga in blue and Mars in red. The video opens with Gaga at the piano and Mars playing the guitar, highlighting their collaboration.
Behind the Scenes
In a recent interview, Gaga shared the story behind their collaboration. She revealed that they have long admired each other’s work. Gaga was wrapping up her album in Malibu when Mars invited her to his studio late one night. She was immediately impressed by the music he was working on. “I was blown away when I heard what he had started making,” Gaga said. The pair ended up working through the night to complete the song. Gaga praised Mars, saying, “Bruno’s talent is beyond explanation. His musicianship and vision are next level.”Mars also expressed his excitement about working with Gaga, calling it an honor. “She’s an icon, and she makes this song magical. I’m so excited for everyone to hear it,” he said.
First Live Performance
The duo performed “Die With a Smile” live for the first time on August 15 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. While this was their first joint performance, they had previously shared the stage at the 2016 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.
Upcoming Projects
Gaga has a busy year ahead, with her eighth solo album on the way and her role in the film Joker: Folie à Deux, set to premiere on October 4. Mars, who has not released a new album since 24K Magic in 2016, has been touring globally.
Musical Style of “Die With a Smile”
“Die With a Smile” is a lush, soft-rock ballad that combines classic and contemporary elements. The track’s anthemic chorus “If the world was ending, I’d wanna be next to you” highlights the strong chemistry between Gaga and Mars, blending their distinctive styles into a memorable and emotionally engaging song.