

In contrast, “Do I Love You” is a flawless love song that acts as Lady Gaga’s solo. While it’s not as flashy and impactful as any Gaga cover, it still puts a smile on your face and allows you to sway back and forth, wishing for love to come your way. The track emphasizes the ecstasy of falling in love quickly and warns the listener of the consequences that come with it. “Love for Sale,” one of the lead singles off the album, describes the epitome of young love. They sing about the beauty of finding true love and serenity, which could allude to the two’s current friendship. The opening trumpets that lead into a decrescendo of just piano and Gaga’s smooth vocals reflect the happiness evident in her voice as Bennett joins her for the chorus. The album’s opener “It’s De-Lovely” is a sweet tune reflective of the duo’s new vibrant sound. Compared to the dark and serious nature of Cheek to Cheek, the latest album is vibrant and whimsical. Love for Sale is a reminder of the close bond Gaga and Bennett share and you can feel it in every song as they laugh and take moments to speak to one another.

In an interview with Apple Music, Gaga said, “Tony gave me the inspiration and permission to hold court in the studio again. The jazz singer let Gaga take charge throughout the recording process, encouraging her to sing solo on some of the tracks. Unfortunately, this album marks the end of Bennett’s decades-long career after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease in 2017.
