Gaga has frequently cited Joanne as an inspiration, telling Billboard, “I never met her, but she’s been one of the most important figures in my life,” and including a poem written by Joanne in the booklet for her 2008 breakout album, "The Fame".
In an interview with T Magazine, Gaga also revealed that “Joanne” is about herself, as a reference to her middle name (Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta):
"There’s two sides of me. There’s the side of me that’s a true rebel and then, another side of me that is my father’s daughter. And so this album, it doesn’t lean necessarily in a particular direction, which is why the album title is Joanne. This is my middle name. This is the middle on the center of me."
Joanne
Lady Gaga Lyrics
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Heaven's not ready for you
Every part of my aching heart
Needs you more than the angels do
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'
Goin', girl?
Where do you think you're goin'
Goin', girl?
If you could I know that you'd stay
We both know things don't work that way
I promised I wouldn't say goodbye
So I grin and my voice gets thin
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'?
Goin', girl?
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'?
Goin', girl?
Honestly, I know where you're goin'
And baby, you're just movin' on
And I still love you even if I can't
See you anymore can't wait to see you soar
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'
Goin', girl?
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'
Goin', girl?
The song "Joanne" by Lady Gaga is a tribute to her aunt Joanne, who passed away at the age of 19 due to lupus. The song serves as a conversation between Gaga and Joanne, where Gaga asks Joanne to stay with her and not go to heaven, as her family still needs her. She pleads with her to hold her hand and stay by her side because she needs her more than the angels. Gaga acknowledges that even though she wishes Joanne could stay, she understands that things do not always work out as planned, and she promises not to say goodbye.
As the song progresses, Gaga tells Joanne that she knows where she is going, and even though she is sad to see her go, she still loves her and can't wait to see her soar. The lyrics "I still love you even if I can't see you anymore" speaks of Gaga's deep love for Joanne, even though she has passed away. The final line "Where do you think you're goin', goin', girl?" can be interpreted as Gaga's final goodbye to Joanne, as she acknowledges that Joanne has left and is now moving on.
Overall, the song "Joanne" is a deeply emotional tribute to Lady Gaga's beloved aunt Joanne. The song conveys the pain and grief of losing someone close to you, but also the hope and love that you have for them, even after they're gone.
Line by Line Meaning
Take my hand, stay Joanne
Stay with me, don't leave me alone Joanne
Heaven's not ready for you
You're not meant to leave this world yet
Every part of my aching heart
My heart is in pain
Needs you more than the angels do
I need you more than even the angels in heaven need you
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where are you going, girl?
Where do you think you're goin'
I want to know where you're going
Goin', girl?
Are you leaving, girl?
If you could I know that you'd stay
If you had the choice, I know you'd stay with me
We both know things don't work that way
But we both know that's not how life works
I promised I wouldn't say goodbye
I made a promise not to say farewell
So I grin and my voice gets thin
So I put on a smile, but my voice is weak
Honestly, I know where you're goin'
In all honesty, I know where you're headed
And baby, you're just movin' on
You're simply moving forward with your life
And I still love you even if I can't
I'll always love you even if I can't be with you
See you anymore can't wait to see you soar
See you again, and I'm excited to see you succeed
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Stefani Germanotta, Mark Ronson
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Lyrics
Take my hand, stay Joanne
Heaven's not ready for you
Every part of my aching heart
Needs you more than the angels do
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'
Goin', girl?
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'
Goin', girl?
If you could I know that you'd stay
We both know things don't work that way
I promised I wouldn't say goodbye
So I grin and my voice gets thin
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'?
Goin', girl?
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'?
Goin', girl?
Honestly, I know where you're goin'
And baby, you're just movin' on
And I still love you even if I can't
See you anymore can't wait to see you soar
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'
Goin', girl?
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'
Goin', girl?
Juan Camacho
Take my hand, stay Joanne
Heaven's not ready for you
Every part of my aching heart
Needs you more than the angels do
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'
Goin', girl?
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'
Goin', girl?
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If you could I know that you'd stay
We both know things don't work that way
I promised I wouldn't say goodbye
So I grin and my voice gets thin
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'?
Goin', girl?
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'?
Goin', girl?
Honestly, I know where you're goin'
And baby, you're just movin' on
And I still love you even if I can't
See you anymore can't wait to see you soar
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'
Goin', girl?
Girl, where do you think you're goin'?
Where do you think you're goin'
Goin', girl?
Alexander Stewart
this is incredible...
RainGuy6B
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Hillary Sands
Beautiful song by a beautiful LADY.💞
Jenny Bilicska
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aziz samb
Alexander Stewart how about doing a cover😏
Jon Rosell
My boyfriend passed away from AIDS last year. I heard this song just before he passed, and couldn't get it out of my head. I firmly believe he sent me this song to help me process.
It's such a beautiful and healing expression of grief. All I can say is Thank You Lady Gaga. You are a Saint.
Wellington
Im sorry for your loss, he's in a better place now
EJ
Condolences :'(
DJ SAINT MUSIC
I think I can somewhat sympathize.
In 2018, my long distance girlfriend died by suicide. At the time, my parents were super homophobic and she was my rock. I was 16, so was she. Rest In Peace, Meg.