Lady Gaga unleashed her divine chaos in Mexico City, where she offered her first concert in 13 years on Saturday (April 26), seducing just over 61,000 attendees (according to promoter OCESA) with the gothic dreams emanating from MAYHEM, her celebrated dark and avant-garde work. The American pop superstar brought the stunning opera-style stage production that conquered this year’s Coachella festival to the Estadio GNP Seguros (formerly Foro Sol) to immerse her “little monsters” in a dark parallel universe, to whom she dedicated an emotional letter in Spanish during the show that kicked off the international leg of her new stadium tour.
“To all my beautiful little monsters who are here tonight, it is an honor for me to be here in your beautiful country, performing for you. It has been 13 years since the last time I was here. I hope you can see how hard I have worked on stage tonight to show you how much I admire and respect you. I sincerely thank you for choosing to spend the night with me,” Gaga read in Spanish.
“Mexico City holds a special place in my heart because it is where I ended my first stadium tour, the Monster Ball. I will never forget the excitement and passion you shared with me that night as I said goodbye to the most important show of my career. I am proud to share this moment with you again, but this time it is not the end, but the beginning,” added the artist, who read the letter standing on a balcony and in front of a Mexican flag spread out in front of her.
“Mother Monster’s” return to Mexico also came with the live debut of the song “Blade of Grass,” a track written for her fiancé, businessman Michael Polansky.
“I wrote this song for the person I love most in the world, my fiancé Michael,” said the 39-year-old singer-songwriter, visibly emotional this time in English. “It’s on my new album and I have never performed it before, but I really wanted to do it here tonight. I want to remind everyone, through my life, that love can make you very happy. Follow love and it will make you happy.” After performing it on the piano, she continued with “Shallow” in an intimate moment that brought her to the brink of tears.
The majestic show in Mexico, which she called “¡Viva La MAYHEM!,” began with “Bloody Mary,” her 2011 hit that was revived on TikTok, and “Abracadabra,” the first single from MAYHEM, with Gaga dressed in a huge three-story red dress alluding to the Victorian era. The 22 songs included in her repertoire, almost identical to the one presented at Coachella, included tracks from her new album such as “Perfect Celebrity,” and old hits like “Poker Face” and “Born This Way” portrayed in acts that celebrated an internal battle with the lighter and darker sides of the human psyche.
The show also featured a tribute to Mexican culture, with Gaga performing “La Llorona” and “Alejandro” in a traditional charro outfit, and a powerful rendition of “Bad Romance” accompanied by a group of dancers dressed in Day of the Dead-inspired costumes.
The stage production was a feast for the senses, with elaborate costumes, intricate choreography, and stunning visuals that transported the audience to different worlds. Gaga’s powerful vocals and energetic performance kept the crowd on their feet throughout the entire show, with fans singing along to every song and cheering for their idol.
The concert ended with a spectacular encore, with Gaga performing “Just Dance” and “The Edge of Glory” before saying goodbye to her Mexican fans with a heartfelt message.
“Thank you, Mexico City, for an unforgettable night. I will never forget the love and energy you have given me tonight. I hope to see you again soon. I love you all,” Gaga said, as she disappeared into the darkness, leaving her fans in awe and eagerly anticipating her next visit to their country.
In conclusion, Lady Gaga’s first concert in Mexico in 13 years was a mesmerizing and unforgettable experience for both the artist and her fans. With her powerful vocals, stunning stage production, and heartfelt messages, Gaga proved once again why she is one of the biggest and most beloved pop stars in the world. The show was a perfect blend of art, music, and emotion, leaving the audience in awe and longing for more. It was a night that will be remembered by all who were lucky enough to witness it, and a testament to the enduring power of music to bring people together and create unforgettable memories.