Lady Gaga has finally spoken up about the growing buzz linking her to a possible collaboration with The Weeknd. Fans have been speculating nonstop, and her recent comments only added fuel to the conversation without giving away too much.
The excitement started after The Weeknd shared a throwback photo of Gaga from her early career, instantly sending social media into theory mode. For longtime fans of pop, rap, and hip hop culture, the moment felt intentional, even nostalgic.
While nothing has been officially confirmed, Gaga’s response showed genuine appreciation and respect. Instead of shutting the rumors down, she leaned into the love, keeping curiosity alive and fans fully engaged.
Lady Gaga responds to The Weeknd collaboration buzz
During a conversation with Zane Lowe, Lady Gaga addressed the speculation directly. Asked about the possibility of working with The Weeknd, she kept her answer warm but open-ended. “I love Abel! It’s all I can say,” she shared, a short response that still spoke volumes.
The timing of her comments mattered. The Weeknd had just posted a vintage image of Gaga from her The Fame era, taken around 2008. The photo quickly went viral, bringing back memories of a time when Gaga was building the visual and musical identity that would define her career.
Looking back, Gaga explained how focused and intentional she was during that period. “In that photo, I look so immersed, completely in that moment,” she said. “I remembered how I artistically directed every photo and every moment that I wanted my fans to see.” Her reflection highlighted how deeply she values creative control and storytelling.
She also made it clear that seeing the image resurface meant a lot, especially coming from The Weeknd himself. “It was really sweet that he posted that,” Gaga added, showing appreciation for the gesture.
Why fans think the timing matters
The speculation didn’t stop with the photo. The Weeknd recently cleared his Instagram, something fans recognize as a sign of a new era. That move, paired with Gaga’s strong presence in 2025, made the rumors feel even louder.
Gaga has been dominating the conversation this year with tracks like “Abracadabra” and “The Dead Dance,” along with her Grammy-nominated album Mayhem. Her influence stretches across pop while still connecting to rap and hip hop audiences who value crossover creativity.
When asked about future releases, Gaga offered another hint. She said new music next year is “not out of the question,” depending on how her writing unfolds. For fans, that was enough to keep hope alive.
Whether or not a collaboration happens, one thing is clear: Lady Gaga knows how to keep fans listening, watching, and waiting for what comes next.