This album is kind of an odd duck. On the whole, it's produced a lot more like the European pop-dance music (vocal trance, etc) except it has some really odd instrumentation and song structures. Interesting musically. Reminiscent of electroclash with glam elements in the choruses. Lyrics are beyond dumb and occasionally autotuner is used to mask vocal deficits, but this is typical for the genre, since it's about the beats.

Oh, and boy will it get you moving. Real high energy stuff. Great for a workout or the morning drive to work. Every song is good. Nearly every track sounds like it could be a single. A very solid album.

Highly recommended for dance, glam, and electro fans. Most everyone else with a moderately open mind to dance or pop should like it too.

If you like this album, you should probably check out the Veronicas new album too. Another great electro/dance/pop album with rock song structures.

I initially bought it for the first two singles, but I must say that as I played it a few times during my commute, it grew on me. Nearly every track is enjoyable (especially loud, BTW), and of course "Pokerface" has now become my favorite dance-pop song (if only for that first 10 seconds alone). To paraphrase Stellan Skaarsgard's (sp?) comments about the work of Dan Brown...Lady Gaga's "the Fame" is the equivalant of junk food, its not very nutritious, and before you know it you've gone back for handful after handful until you've gotten a stomach ache.

So, I was really hesitant about this whole Lady Gaga phenomenon... Her name is kind of ridiculous, what I had seen of her previously was a little outrageous and over the top... Plus, I had only heard very little of Just Dance--mostly just the chorus, which is catchy, but didn't really make me want to hear more. So, here's my breakdown:

1. Just Dance - Very techno, club music. The chorus is catchy but is not what draws you in. The lyrics are not really deep or anything (that isn't Lady Gaga's style), but they are fun.

2. LoveGame - This song is ridiculous, but fun. The chorus is so catchy. It's just a feel-good song that you will play loudly in the car just jammin' out.

3. Paparazzi - This song has the same feel, but isn't as techno-dance-music like. It's a little slower. Love her voice. You can actually get a little more of a feel of it here. And the song isn't actually about the paparazzi...

4. Poker Face - The second single, which I'm sure most people are familiar with. I wasn't as I don't listen to the radio very often. My friend played this song for me, and I thought it was super fun and catchy. The song also has that techno, club song feel (but not in the annoying way that many of that type are). It just has funny lyrics that make you laugh and have a good tine.

5. Eh, Eh (Nothing Else I Can Say) - This song has a different feel, kind of a retro sound to it. It's not really techno, but it's fun to sing along to. Her voice is really good (which we know isn't always the case with singers these days).

6. Beautiful, Dirty, Rich - This song I guess would be described as euro-pop... It's fun, a little weird. The chorus is really fun, although this isn't my favorite song on here... it's still worth a listen.

7. The Fame - This song is very fun. It's kind of funny... when you think about the lyrics and how some people really think this way. I almost think she might be poking fun at some people for being so obsessed with fame, but maybe she just feels that way too... Who knows? It's fun.

8. Money Honey - Okay. I LOVE this song. It is already one of my favorites. They just played this song on Gossip Girl as well (you should watch that show if you don't). The song is so fun to sing along to (a thing I look for in songs in case you can't tell). It's also a little techno. Her voice sounds really good here too.

9. Starstruck - This song has a different sound than anything you here on the radio or anywhere else really. It's pretty funky. It has some computer stuff going on with her voice. It's definitely a club tune. Gets in your head, but not in a bad way. Has a rap verse in there, which is different from the rest of the album.

10. Boys, Boys, Boys - Really catchy. It's generally not about her lyrics, just how she sings them. This song reminds me of something... maybe an 80s song or something... Really fun... I could also hear this in the club.

11. Paper Gangsta - Once again, not about the lyrics--just how she sings them. I'm not sure what this song is about... almost sounds like it's about a pre-nup or something... I don't know. It's hard to say as she seems kind of random sometimes with her lyrics. It has a good sound regardless. Not as club-sounding, but still pretty upbeat.

12. Brown Eyes - Slower song. Most of the songs are fast--in fact, I think this is the only slower one. It's kind of different, but her voice sounds good. It's a pretty simple song. The song almost reminds me of some retro rock. Some people dislike it I think because it's slower, and most of her stuff is dance, club music. Give it a listen before you dimiss it though.

13. I Like It Rough - Definitely has a club beat to it, but is a little more subdued than other songs on here. The song seems to be about being mistreated in a relationship, but going back for more anyway. Really catchy. It's becoming one of my favorites (I only got the cd yesterday, but put it on my iPod immediately).

14. Summerboy - A good one, but doesn't stick in my head like the other ones do. She reminds me of Gwen Stefani initially in this song. Almost seems retro, but still very upbeat. Fun lyrics. Fun theme.

So, this is a cd that is very fun and upbeat. It's all about having fun. It's one of those cds you blast in your car, listen to at the gym, or dance and sing along to with your girlfriends at the club. If you're looking for something deep, this is not it. But if you want some fun spring/summer music to have fun to, this is it! Like I said, I was apprehensive at first, but can't stop listening to it! Also, as someone pointed out in another review, the lyrics are kind of strange at times, but it's more about how she sings it than what she's actually saying at times (and I'm a lyric girl).

I bought this album Friday and haven't stopped listening to it yet!!It's really good dance music,which is the type of music i like.I like that she is trying to do her own thing and not trying to be like the other female singers out today!!A must buy for the dance fan!!I love this cd!!Good job,Lady Ga Ga!!

There's one thing I've said for quite some time, and that's that I would never jump on the GaGa bandwagon. Unfortunately, I lied.

Overall, this is a very strange thing for me, because I'm one of those individuals that generally shy away from pop and radio music. I listen to a lot of different genres, ranging from folk, to gothic (rock), to various forms of metal, to shoegaze, classical and beyond -- but this isn't something that would typically fall into my line of sight. Despite this, and for whatever reason -- GaGa had been stalking me to the point of annoyance -- so I decided to act on that annoyance. I checked out "The Fame". Upon first listen, I was expecting a boring, typical, manufactured, bubble-gum pop album..but what I got was quite different, and actually, quite interesting.

To start, I'll say that Lady GaGa is more than what meets the eye on first contact. Firstly, she writes her own music, and even has a hand in the production of her own albums. Second, many of her songs have deeper, hidden meanings. Third, she's vocally talented. And fourth, she's crazy and takes chances (well, we all know she's strange..right?). Beyond that, she's everything a pop artist should be. She pushes buttons. She gets people talking. Her songs are catchy and whether you like them or not, they stick in your head. Yes, she's all that.

While I could go over every song, I won't..but I will mention a few of the stand-outs.

First, there's the title track "The Fame," which is an interesting throwback to the 80s. The lyrics are well enough and fit the concept of the album as a whole. The vocals are excellent, and it has a hook that could even make my 90 year old grandma get up and dance. This song was a blast from the past, and I loved it.

Then there's "Paparazzi," which I'm sure everyone has heard by now. I enjoy the song not only because it's catchy as hell, but because the lyrics can actually be interpreted in various ways. While many feel the song is about a typical groupie fan stalking a band/artist..I take the song as the artist actually stalking the Paparazzi. Not necessarily literally, but metaphorically, as in doing everything possible to achieve fame -- to achieve popularity, success, and to be noticed. Instead of the Paparazzi being her fan, she's theirs. She longs for their attention, for the fame. It makes me think of the celebrities that actually (and they really do) call the Paparrazi and tip them off on where they'll be, simply so they can drown in the media frenzy.

Then there's "Beautiful, Dirty, Rich," "Money Honey," and "I Like it Rough," all of which stay true to the concept of the album, and are as catchy and engaging as ever. Most surprisingly however, are the songs "Brown Eyes," and "Summerboy." Brown Eyes is a gaga-esque ballad; an emotional piano/beat driven piece about a lost love. This is perhaps one of GaGa's most deep songs, which is not only shown lyrically, but through her emotional and hard-hitting vocals. Summerboy isn't exactly as deep, but just as interesting. Perhaps most interesting about the track, is the style and vocals. Reminiscent of very early 'No Doubt', this is a quirky, funky pop-song about a simple summer romance; one in which GaGa is *unsurprisingly* in complete in control of. It's just a great song.

With that said, Lady GaGa's "The Fame," is a surprisingly solid, fun, and unique piece of pop music. I can see her having true longevity as a star -- and if she keeps up with her wacky outfits, mind-numbingly catchy songs, and controversial music videos and behavior, her obvious plan of world domination should come to pass. In truth, I don't see her going away any time soon -- and with her latest release of "The Fame Monster," she has proved once again that she has what it takes.

All in all, I'll say this: if you like her songs, even guiltily, take a look at "The Fame," you may be pleasantly surprised. GaGa has it all..Vocal talent (youtube her live version of speechless if you don't believe me), dance talent, writing talent, and most important, she just has "it." In a world of bland and boring pop singers and music -- gaga takes it a different level, creating dancy, catchy, unique, and even controversial music that's simply easy to enjoy. Overall, "The Fame" is a fun album, and if taken for what it is, can be quite a surprise.