Lady Gaga is an American singer.
Artpop ( stylized as ARTPOP ) is the third studio album by American singer Lady Gaga , released on November 6 , 2013 , by Streamline and Interscope Records . Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta ( [ ˈstɛfəniː_dʒɜrməˈnɒtə ] ; born March 28 , 1986 ) , known professionally as Lady Gaga , is an American singer , songwriter , and actress . Gaga rose to prominence with the release of her successful debut album The Fame ( 2008 ) and its international chart-topping singles `` Just Dance '' and `` Poker Face '' . The Fame is the debut studio album by American singer Lady Gaga .