#10: Lady Gaga

At the Super Bowl, Lady Gaga surprised everyone by going unexpectedly traditional, opening with the Pledge of Allegiance before launching into a powerful, queer-affirming rendition of “Born This Way.”

Known for her boundary-pushing performances, she ditched the usual shock factor and surprise guests, instead letting her voice and message take center stage. In a setting known for over-the-top theatrics, her choice to keep it simple, bold, and unapologetically herself made normalcy feel revolutionary.