Just when we thought the 2024 Grammys couldn’t get any more iconic, Lady Gaga pulled off the ultimate pop star move—dropping a surprise single, ‘Abracadabra,’ alongside a jaw-dropping music video. The song is the lead single from her upcoming eighth studio album, ‘Mayhem,’ set to be released on March 7th, and let’s be clear: Mother Monster is back in full force.

If you thought the Gaga who emerged from that pool in the Poker Face video was a thing of the past, think again. The ‘Abracadabra‘ music video is a cinematic fever dream, dripping in high-fashion camp, avant-garde visuals, and the kind of mesmerizing choreography that reminds us why Gaga is, and always will be, one of pop’s most electrifying forces.

In an exclusive interview with Lotte Jeffs, Gaga opened up about the inspiration behind Abracadabra and the magic woven into its lyrics.

“The song is about facing the challenge of life and the challenge of the night and finding the magic in it all,” Gaga shared. “When you have to face the world, the people around you, your life, your unique circumstances, your unique fabric in the world. And when you feel challenged with really showing everybody who you are.”

It’s clear Abracadabra isn’t just a song; it’s a statement. The Mayhem era is shaping up to be a return to the theatrical, boundary-pushing pop star that first captivated us years ago. And if this is just the beginning, we’re in for a legendary ride.

So go ahead, put Abracadabra on repeat, rewatch that music video for the tenth time, and prepare yourself, because Gaga season is officially upon us.