Lady Gaga has released a surprise album titled 'Harlequin', a 13-track project themed around her character Harley Quinn from the upcoming film 'Joker: Folie à Deux'. The album features a mix of classic showtunes and pop standards, reimagined through Gaga's unique style, alongside two original songs titled 'Folie à Deux' and 'Happy Mistake'. Critics have praised her vocal prowess and the dramatic flair she brings to songs like 'If My Friends Could See Me Now' and 'Oh, When the Saints', infusing them with a fresh, chaotic energy. 'Harlequin' is positioned as a companion piece to the film, with songs that resonate with the character's complex nature. This release serves as an appetizer for Gaga's highly anticipated seventh studio album, expected in February 2025, which she has referred to as 'LG 7'. Gaga's creative process for 'Harlequin' reflects her personal connection to the dual identities explored in both the film and her music.