Lady Gaga

You and I Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga's 'You and I' is probably one of the best songs on 'Born This Way' - as it is a loungy, lovelorn ballad with a whole mess of rowdy guitar riffs that just won't quit. The song is informed by the bombastic theatrics of Queen, from the guitar solo that kicks in at about 3:20 to the handclaps that fill the first 30 seconds of the song to the layered vocals that hover near the four-minute mark. Gaga's voice, guitar riffs and keyboards take center stage in the song, and in that order and 'You and I' is satisfying slice of Gaga-gone-rock-opera. Her rhythmic cadence throughout out the song also ensures that when the lighters go up in the air at future Monster Ball concerts, the crowd will scream themselves hoarse by singing these words back to Gaga. The song could be construed as Gaga's universal love letter to New York City and her upbringing (and her ultimate success) as much as it is to an unrequited lover. Clearly, the subject of the song (and the recipient of Gaga's affections) has left an indelible impact on her, and whether you strip it down or dress it up, 'You and I' has got a melody that you cannot purge from your brain. At the most base level, it's a beautiful, sonic love letter. But aside from that soppy crap this Vinyl contains 6 club ready remixes for your listening pleasure. Don't forget to check out the Bonus track for a special Skrillex treat!