Lady Gaga is one of the most influential musicians in the industry, despite suffering from a painful chronic illness.
The singer revealed that she suffers from fibromyalgia, a chronic condition in which a person experiences widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances and cognitive problems.
In her documentary Gaga: Five feet twoshe gave a raw look at her life and showed how chronic pain affected her career and personal life. She openly discussed experiencing flare-ups that caused her difficulty moving or performing.
Moreover, during a conversation with Fashion, lady Gaga said: “I get so annoyed by people who don’t believe fibromyalgia is real.”
“People need to be more compassionate. Chronic pain is no joke. And it’s waking up every day not knowing how you’re going to feel,” says the Born this way singer added.
She also suffered physical setbacks, including a hip injury that required surgery, which further complicated her condition and increased her pain.
Lady Gaga has described living with fibromyalgia as an ongoing battle, stating that her pain is not just physical but also emotional as chronic illnesses can affect mental health.
She has spoken about “chronic pain” as something she deals with on a daily basis, emphasizing that fibromyalgia is a real and debilitating disease, not just a temporary discomfort.
Instead of hiding her condition, Lady Gaga chose to speak openly about fibromyalgia to raise awareness and wants to “connect people who have it” so others feel less alone in their struggles.
Through her platform, she has also advocated for mental health awareness, recognizing the strong link between chronic pain and emotional well-being.
Lady Gaga manages her fibromyalgia through a combination of rest, therapy, medical treatment and lifestyle adjustments. She has also acknowledged unhealthy coping mechanisms from the past, such as substance use during periods of intense pain, and how she has worked to regain control of her health.
Over time, she has focused on healing, balance and self-care, even claiming that returning to being pain-free was an important milestone in her recovery journey.
