Lady Gaga has officially ushered in a bold new era with the kickoff of her Mayhem Ball Tour 2025, and opening night in Las Vegas was nothing short of a theatrical revelation.
Performing live her latest studio work for one of the first times at the T-Mobile Arena on July 16, Gaga took fans on a dark, emotional, and dazzling journey through her discography — divided into four intricately themed acts, plus a powerful finale and encore. From gothic operatics to orchestral intros, Gaga proved once again that she doesn’t just perform music — she creates worlds.
Lady Gaga performs during the kick off of The MAYHEM Ball tour at T-Mobile Arena on July 16, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Live Nation
A Gothic Dream in Motion
While her 2020 album Chromatica was notably left off the setlist — a decision that sparked some fan debate online — the show was packed with unforgettable moments that spanned her entire career. Gaga’s decision appeared intentional, as she leaned into a new sonic and visual identity for this tour: something darker, moodier, and more theatrical.
From the first haunting notes of The Art of Personal Chaos to the tour-de-force closer ARTPOP, Gaga took the audience on a twisted fairytale journey of self-expression, grief, fame, and rebirth. Her stage presence was magnetic, enhanced by cinematic visuals, and supported by a live orchestra, choirs, and dancers that moved like phantoms through elaborate set pieces.
Lady Gaga performs during the kick off of The MAYHEM Ball tour at T-Mobile Arena on July 16, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Live Nation
Live Debuts, Emotional Returns
Among the most talked-about moments of the night were the live debuts of LoveDrug, Kill for Love, and The Beast — songs from her latest studio album MAYHEM, performed in full for the first time.
Longtime fans, however, were especially floored when Gaga performed Summerboy — a deep cut from her 2008 debut that she hadn’t performed live since 2007. The nostalgia was palpable, and the roar from the crowd said it all: this was a moment worth the 18-year wait.
Her performance of Paparazzi — featuring Gaga in her iconic crutches and ending with a rainbow projection across her massive white cape — paid homage to her earlier eras while offering a fresh, poignant twist. Applause also made a comeback, marking its first live appearance since 2020, and Million Reasons returned with a darker, stripped-down arrangement that stunned the crowd.
Lady Gaga performs during the kick off of The MAYHEM Ball at T-Mobile Arena on July 16, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Live Nation)
Reconciling With ARTPOP
Perhaps the most meaningful surprise for Little Monsters was the prominent presence of songs from ARTPOP — Gaga’s polarizing 2013 album that she once described as “difficult to listen to.” For years, she distanced herself from the project, even joking in 2019 that she didn’t remember making it.
The Mayhem Ball is more than a concert — it’s a theatrical confrontation of identity, legacy, and sound. And it’s Lady Gaga at her most fearless.
Lady Gaga – The Mayhem Ball Tour 2025: Full Setlist
This is a compilation of Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball Tour opening night setlist. Please note that the song order may vary from show to show and should be considered a general guide to what the concert experience might include.
Act I: Of Velvet and Vice
The Art of Personal Chaos (intro)
Bloody Mary (shortened, operatic)
Abracadabra (a cappella intro)
Judas (with elements of “Aura” & “Abracadabra”)
Scheiße (extended intro)
Garden of Eden (Gaga on guitar)
Poker Face (orchestral intro, “Off With Her Head” outro)
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