“When I heard 'Jesus, Take the Wheel,' I was like, OK. Some people look at it as a song written for an American Idol, Carrie Underwood, who is wonderful. But when you're a songwriter listening to a song, you hear something else. I heard that song, and wow.”

American singer, songwriter, and actress

Lady Gaga, born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She emerged as a major figure in popular music and is known for her changing public image, striking fashion, and wide range across entertainment. Her career has made her one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with estimated sales of 124 million records. She is associated with pop stardom as well as work that crosses between music, performance, and acting.