From her shock blonde hair to her trashy hot-pants get-ups on-stage, Lady Gaga (real name Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta) is one artiste who's not afraid to be herself.

Since the 22-year-old burst onto the music scene last year, the larger-than-life American singer has shocked listeners and rocked stages with her devil-may-care attitude and cutting-edge dance music. Here's why listeners are going gaga over this Lady.