Lady Gaga, born Stefani Germanotta, has made her mark as a singer, songwriter, and actor since 2008.

She stands out with her powerful vocals, creative music videos, and varied musical styles from pop to jazz.

Known for her work across music, film, and charity, she has won multiple Grammy Awards and an Oscar for her song “Shallow” from A Star Is Born.

About The Song

The 2009 hit “Poker Face” helped establish Lady Gaga as a major force in pop music.

The song combines catchy electronic beats with playful lyrics about romance and attraction, becoming one of her signature tracks.

With its infectious chorus and dance-club energy, “Poker Face” has sold over 14 million copies worldwide.

Lyrics of Poker Face by Lady Gaga

Intro

Mum-mum-mum-mah
Mum-mum-mum-mah
Mum-mum-mum-mah
Mum-mum-mum-mah
Mum-mum-mum-mah

Verse 1

I wanna hold ’em like they do in Texas, please (Woo)
Fold ’em, let ’em hit me, raise it, baby, stay with me (I love it)
LoveGame intuition, play the cards with spades to start
And after he’s been hooked, I’ll play the one that’s on his heart

Pre-Chorus

Oh, woah-oh, oh, oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
I’ll get him hot, show him what I’ve got
Oh, woah-oh, oh, oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
I’ll get him hot, show him what I’ve got

Chorus

Can’t read my, can’t read my
No, he can’t read my poker face
(She’s got me like nobody)
Can’t read my, can’t read my
No, he can’t read my poker face
(She’s got me like nobody)

Post-Chorus

P-p-p-poker face, f-f-fuck her face
(Mum-mum-mum-mah)
P-p-p-poker face, f-f-fuck her face
(Mum-mum-mum-mah)

Verse 2

I wanna roll with him, a hard pair we will be (Woo)
A little gamblin’ is fun when you’re with me (I love it, woo)
Russian roulette is not the same without a gun
And baby, when it’s love, if it’s not rough, it isn’t fun, fun

Pre-Chorus

Oh, woah-oh, oh, oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
I’ll get him hot, show him what I’ve got
Oh, woah-oh, oh, oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
I’ll get him hot, show him what I’ve got

Chorus

Can’t read my, can’t read my
No, he can’t read my poker face
(She’s got me like nobody)
Can’t read my, can’t read my
No, he can’t read my poker face
(She’s got me like nobody)

Post-Chorus

P-p-p-poker face, f-f-fuck her face
(Mum-mum-mum-mah)
P-p-p-poker face, f-f-fuck her face
(Mum-mum-mum-mah)
(Mum-mum-mum-mah)
(Mum-mum-mum-mah)

Bridge

I won’t tell you that I love you
Kiss or hug you
‘Cause I’m bluffin’ with my muffin
I’m not lyin’, I’m just stunnin’ with my love-glue-gunnin’
Just like a chick in the casino
Take your bank before I pay you out
I promise this, promise this
Check this hand ’cause I’m marvelous

Chorus

Can’t read my, can’t read my
No, he can’t read my poker face
(She’s got me like nobody)
Can’t read my, can’t read my
No, he can’t read my poker face
(She’s got me like nobody)
Can’t read my, can’t read my
No, he can’t read my poker face
(She’s got me like nobody)
Can’t read my, can’t read my
No, he can’t read my poker face
(She’s got me like nobody)
Can’t read my, can’t read my
No, he can’t read my poker face
(She’s got me like nobody)
Can’t read my, can’t read my
No, he can’t read my poker face
(She’s got me like nobody)

Post-Chorus

P-p-p-poker face, f-f-fuck her face
P-p-p-poker face, f-f-fuck her face
(She’s got me like nobody)
P-p-p-poker face, f-f-fuck her face
(Mum-mum-mum-mah)
P-p-p-poker face, f-f-fuck her face
(Mum-mum-mum-mah)
P-p-p-poker face, f-f-fuck her face
(Mum-mum-mum-mah)
P-p-p-poker face, f-f-fuck her face
(Mum-mum-mum-mah)

Live Performances of the Song “Poker Face”

1. Lady Gaga – Poker Face (Gaga Live Sydney Monster Hall)

2. Lady Gaga – Poker Face (with crazy long intro) (Glastonbury 2009)

Similar Songs by Lady Gaga

Here are similar songs by Lady Gaga:

• “Just Dance” – A party anthem with a pulsing beat that marked her debut and topped charts worldwide.
• “Bad Romance” – A bold pop track with a mix of French phrases and striking vocals that became a cultural phenomenon.
• “LoveGame” – A flirty dance track with a disco-inspired beat and memorable hook.
• “Paparazzi” – A commentary on fame wrapped in an upbeat pop melody.
• “Telephone” (featuring Beyoncé) – A fast-paced collaboration about ignoring calls to keep dancing.
• “Born This Way” – A self-acceptance anthem with an energetic Euro-pop sound.

FAQs

What Did Lady Gaga Say About “Poker Face”?

Gaga explained the song is about her bisexuality and hiding it while dating men.

She said the lyrics show her thinking about women while being with a man, keeping a poker face to mask her feelings.

Why Is It Called Poker Face?

The title refers to hiding true feelings as players do in poker. Gaga used this poker term to describe masking her attraction to women while dating men, making it a metaphor for concealing emotions.

Did the Poker Face Song Win Any Awards?

The song won the International Dance Music Award for Best Pop Dance Track in 2010.

It received Grammy nominations for Record of the Year and Best Dance Recording. It topped the music charts in 20 countries.

How Much Did Lady Gaga Get Paid For Poker Face?

The exact payment isn’t publicly known, but the song earned millions through sales and streaming.

It sold over 14 million copies worldwide.

Gaga gets royalties from radio plays, streaming, and commercial uses, which continue to generate income.