Lady Gaga Leads 2025 MTV VMA Nominations Again

Lady Gaga once again tops the list of nominees for the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, proving her status as an unstoppable force in the music world. With multiple nods in key categories, Gaga's impact on pop culture continues to ripple across generations.

The Icon Returns to the Top

Lady Gaga, known for her theatrical performances and genre-bending music, has always been a VMAs darling. But this year, she’s not just a nominee — she’s the most-nominated artist across major categories including:

• Video of the Year – “Burning in Blue”

• Best Pop – “Edge of Forever”

• Song of the Year – “Echoes”

• Best Cinematography – “Burning in Blue”

These nominations solidify her legacy as not just an artist but a visionary. With her last VMA win in 2023 for “Chromatica Revisited,” fans were already anticipating a return — and she has delivered, louder and bolder than ever.

Why Gaga Still Dominates

In an industry that evolves by the minute, Lady Gaga has mastered the art of reinvention. From her disco-fused ballads to avant-garde visuals, she doesn’t just follow trends — she sets them. This year’s nominated track “Burning in Blue” was a global TikTok sensation, amassing over 1 billion streams across platforms, and trending in over 50 countries.

It’s no surprise that the MTV VMAs continue to recognize her unmatched influence. Critics have called her 2025 era "a perfect blend of Born This Way boldness and Chromatica creativity.”

A Deeper Look at the Competition

While Gaga may be leading, she’s not without competition. Top contenders include:

• Taylor Swift for “The Mirror’s Edge”

• Drake for “No More Secrets”

• Billie Eilish for “Everything Was Never Fine”

But industry insiders believe Gaga’s conceptual visuals and musical experimentation give her a sharp edge this year.

Fan Reactions and Social Buzz

Social media exploded moments after the nominations dropped, with #VMAGaga trending on X (formerly Twitter) within 15 minutes. Fans called her “the queen of music videos,” and her VMA legacy is now being compared to past legends like Madonna and Beyoncé.

A Long History with the VMAs

This isn’t her first time ruling the VMAs. Here’s a quick look at Gaga’s past VMA milestones:

• 2009 – Breakout with “Paparazzi” performance and 9 nominations

• 2010 – “Bad Romance” won Video of the Year

• 2020 – First-ever Tricon Award winner

• 2023 – Best Visual Effects for “Chromatica Revisited”

Lady Gaga, Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter Lead 2025 MTV #VMA Nominationshttps://t.co/sq19wHyCH7 pic.twitter.com/qgIZWHFglM

— Rolling Stone (@RollingStone) August 5, 2025

Conclusion

Lady Gaga once again proves why she’s a force in pop culture. Her VMA nominations highlight her lasting impact on music, style, and influence. Win or lose, Gaga’s legacy continues to shine brighter than ever.