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Madonna recently took to social media to express a powerful message, sparking a wave of conversation among fans and followers. In a post where she shared a photo of herself dressed in a sharp black-and-white outfit with a brown jacket, the Queen of Pop wrote, “Did you see so-and-so copied you?” followed by a bold statement, “God forbid a woman takes inspiration.” She also added, “I see you, I love you. You’re doing great, sweeties,” a message of empowerment to those who may be criticized for being inspired by others.
While the post was seen as a confident and empowering declaration of support for women in the industry, it also prompted some interesting reactions. Many fans pointed out a notable contradiction in Madonna’s history, specifically referencing her past remarks about Lady Gaga. In 2015, Madonna publicly criticized Lady Gaga, accusing her of copying her style and even calling her song “Born This Way” a “blatant ripoff” of her own hit “Express Yourself.” Madonna had also previously called Gaga “reductive” in a 2012 interview.
This contrast led to social media users questioning the pop icon’s current stance. One user on X (formerly Twitter) asked, “Where was this energy for Gaga?” while others reminded fans of the past tension between the two. Madonna’s earlier comments toward Lady Gaga sparked a public feud, with Gaga having once expressed that Madonna was a significant inspiration to her.
With the latest post, Madonna seems to be encouraging others to embrace inspiration from one another without fear of judgment, even as her own past experiences with such matters remain in the spotlight. It’s clear that the conversation about inspiration, originality, and influence is a nuanced one in the entertainment world.