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In popular culture, "gaga" is synonymous with Lady Gaga, an influential American pop music artist known for her distinctive music and fashion, whose real name is Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta. The stage name was inspired by the Queen song "Radio Ga Ga." According to Gaga, her music producer, Rob Fusari, would call her "Gaga" after the Queen song because of her theatrical performance style, which reminded him of Freddie Mercury. Over time, "Lady" was added to give the name a more distinct flair, and thus "Lady Gaga" became her stage persona.

The term "gaga" is commonly used to describe a state of excitement or enthusiasm about something, often to an excessive degree. People might say they are "gaga" over a romantic interest, new book, celebrity, or trend, indicating a strong admiration or obsession. It conveys an emotional investment that goes beyond normal interest, showing deep affection or infatuation. For example:

Historically, "gaga" referred to someone behaving in a senile, silly or crazy manner, suggesting a loss of touch with reality. This usage implies a diminished capacity for serious thought, often due to old age, naivety, or insanity. It portrays an individual as disconnected or foolish, unable to engage meaningfully with their surroundings or current events. For example:

When used to mean infatuated or silly, "gaga" is an adjective. It describes a state or condition, such as being excessively enthusiastic, infatuated, or foolish. As an adjective, it is used to modify nouns and usually expresses the intensity of feeling or interest someone has toward something, or it can depict a lack of seriousness or mental clarity in someone.