Recorded songs with Melle Mel

Gaga collaborated with rapper Melle Mel to record two songs for an audiobook that accompanied Cricket Casey's children's novel, The Portal in the Park. This partnership highlighted her versatility as an artist and her willingness to explore different musical genres. In addition to this collaboration, she formed a band known as the SGBand with fellow students from NYU. The SGBand quickly became a prominent part of the Lower East Side club scene, performing at various venues and establishing a local following. Their performances contributed to the vibrant music culture of New York, showcasing emerging talent and fostering a community of artists. This period was crucial for Gaga as it allowed her to hone her craft, gain performance experience, and build connections within the music industry, setting the stage for her future success.