A 2-Year-Old’s Gaga Obsession: When Bluey Takes a Backseat to Lady Gaga

In a heartwarming twist that defies typical toddler television preferences, a 2-year-old boy from Birmingham, UK, has developed an extraordinary passion for Lady Gaga that began even before his birth. While most parents find themselves watching endless episodes of children’s shows like Bluey or Paw Patrol, 23-year-old Kiera has found herself raising a “Little Monster” – the affectionate term for Lady Gaga’s fans. Her son Freddie, who just celebrated his second birthday in late September, regularly demands that his cartoons be switched off in favor of Lady Gaga’s music videos, showcasing a musical preference that has captured the hearts of thousands online.

The connection between Freddie and Lady Gaga’s music appears to have prenatal origins. Kiera, herself a devoted Gaga fan, noticed that during her pregnancy in 2023, Freddie would actively kick and move around whenever Gaga’s songs played. This musical bond only strengthened after his birth when, as a newborn suffering from reflux, Freddie would only settle when Lady Gaga’s songs filled the room. As he developed and gained mobility, his fascination with the artist continued to grow. While other toddlers might be transfixed by colorful animations and simple melodies, Freddie would become visibly unsettled until Gaga’s music videos appeared on screen, at which point he would become completely mesmerized by the performances.

Now that Freddie has begun developing his speaking skills, his devotion to the pop star has become even more apparent. In a detail that amuses and endears Kiera to other parents, she notes that “Gaga” was among Freddie’s first words, even preceding “Nana” for his grandmother. His enthusiasm extends beyond their home, with Freddie insisting on playing Gaga’s music during car rides and visits to friends and family. A viral TikTok video posted to Kiera’s account (@kierakeanee) on September 30th perfectly captured this delightful obsession. The footage shows Freddie standing in the living room, pointing determinedly at the television where cartoons are playing, repeatedly requesting “Gaga!” When his wish is granted and Lady Gaga’s “Abracadabra” music video begins to play, his face lights up with pure joy before he enthusiastically dances and sings along to the entire track, much to his mother’s amusement.

The wholesome video resonated with viewers across TikTok, amassing over 200,000 views and drawing countless supportive comments. Many users praised Kiera for “raising him right” by introducing him to quality music at a young age, while others shared similar experiences with their own children developing unexpected musical preferences. “Thanks for making me feel not alone in showing him the good stuff,” wrote one parent of a 3-year-old with a similar Gaga obsession. The video created a sense of community among parents who have encouraged diverse musical tastes in their young children, moving beyond the typical children’s songs that dominate early childhood. One commenter humorously suggested that if Lady Gaga herself saw the video, she might “cancel the tour and make his own immediately,” recognizing the powerful appeal of such an adorable superfan.

Lady Gaga is currently in the midst of her expansive The Mayhem Ball world tour, which includes 87 shows across multiple continents including Asia, Europe, North America, and Oceania. Kiera recently attended one of these performances and shared that Freddie has been fascinated by the concert footage she captured. “He sits with my phone for ages watching the videos and trying to sing along to them,” she explained, highlighting how his interest extends beyond the official music videos to live performances as well. With another concert date approaching, Kiera expressed a bittersweet sentiment that resonates with many parents of young children with precocious interests: “I wish he was old enough to take him with me, he’d love it so much.”

In a world where children’s entertainment has become increasingly segmented and age-specific, Freddie’s story offers a charming reminder that children’s tastes can be wonderfully unpredictable and sophisticated. His connection to Lady Gaga’s music—beginning before birth, continuing through his infancy, and now blossoming into an enthusiastic toddler obsession—demonstrates how musical preferences can develop remarkably early and become an important part of a child’s identity and joy. While most parents might expect to have the theme songs of children’s shows stuck in their heads, Kiera instead shares musical moments with her son that reflect her own tastes, creating a special bond through their mutual appreciation of Lady Gaga’s artistry. In Freddie, we see not just an adorably precocious fan, but a reminder of music’s universal power to connect across generations, even from the very beginning of life.