The Fame

The Fame is the debut studio album by Lady Gaga, released on August 19th, 2008.

The first two singles released, “Just Dance” and “Poker Face” were highly acclaimed as international successes, topping the charts around the world.

With influences of 80’s pop music, The Fame’s synth- and dance-pop musicality cannot be ignored. The album is the ultimate personification of the adoration of fame, with other subjects incorporated into its message such as sex, drugs, and love.

In 2013, The Fame grabbed the last place on the list of the “100 Greatest Debut Albums of All-Time” by Rolling Stone. The LP has won several awards since its release, and was nominated for five Grammy Awards at the 52nd Grammy Awards, taking home the award for Best Electronic/Dance Album and the Best Dance Recording for “Poker Face.” At the BRIT Awards, it was named the Best International Album.

According to Billboard, as of February 10, 2019, The Fame has sold a total of 4.8 million copies in the United States.