“The Cure” is a noticeable departure from anything Gaga has ever released before, even though her repertoire now spans many different genres and styles. The song is something of an odd choice for Gaga, who has never ventured into this musical territory before. She has always been the type to push pop forward and take chances, but "The Cure" sounds immediately, though vaguely, familiar, and it's a bit too safe for her brand. Lead single "Perfect Illusion" did hit the top 20 in its first week, but it quickly dropped off the Hot 100 entirely. It's not yet clear what Gaga plans to do with "The Cure."

Source: Forbes April 16, 2017 10:18 UTC