Lady Gaga kicks off Paris Olympics 2024 with an electrifying performance

Lady Gaga’s performance not only set a high bar for the Paris Olympics 2024 but also paid a beautiful homage to French culture, leaving an indelible mark on the event and its spectators. (Image Credits: Reuters)

Three-time Grammy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards winner, American pop star, songwriter, and actress Lady Gaga launched the Paris Olympics 2024 on July 26 with a spectacular and heartfelt performance. Gaga dedicated her show to French icon Zizi Jeanmaire, performing the renowned song Mon truc en plumes, and recreating Jeanmaire’s iconic attire. This tribute sent fans into a frenzy, marking an unforgettable start to the games.

Following her impactful performance, Lady Gaga took to X (formerly Twitter) to share her experience of kicking off one of the world's most prestigious sporting events. In her post, she expressed deep gratitude towards the Olympics committee for the honour of starting the event and celebrating the rich history of Paris and France.

I feel so completely grateful to have been asked to open the Paris @Olympics 2024 this year. I am also humbled to be asked by the Olympics organizing committee to sing such a special French song—a song to honor the French people and their tremendous history of art, music, and… pic.twitter.com/FMNyiosHUR

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— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) July 26, 2024

Gaga delved into the significance of the song she performed, Mon Truc en Plumes, highlighting its special place in the hearts of the French. Originally performed by Zizi Jeanmaire in 1961, the song's title translates to My Thing with Feathers in English. Gaga shared that her connection to Jeanmaire extends beyond this performance; Jeanmaire starred in Cole Porter’s musical Anything Goes, which was Gaga’s first jazz release. She emphasised her close bond with French culture and her love for singing French music.

Gaga also revealed the meticulous preparation that went into her performance. Collaborating with Dior, she crafted a stunning dress using real, molted feathers, staying true to Jeanmaire's iconic look. She studied old French dance moves to blend them with her contemporary techniques, dedicating significant time to mastering the joyful French dance.

…Gaga oh la la!

Excuse us as we pick our jaws off of the floor