Katy Perry’s new single is out, but some fans aren’t buying into the newest generation of pop stars.
Since the release of “Smile” in 2020, Perry’s fans have taken to social media, eager to see her back in the spotlight. But promoting her latest single, “Woman’s World,” which was released on Thursday, has been difficult.
The song has been billed as an anthem for female empowerment, with visuals paying homage to Rosie the Riveter and lyrics such as, “It’s a woman’s world, you’re lucky to live in it.” In the music video, Perry can also be seen holding a vibrator, shiny power tools and a bottle that reads, “Whiskey for the ladies.” Controversial influencer Trisha Paytas makes a cameo appearance in the video, where she is seen driving Perry around in a monster truck.
Perry’s fans, who call themselves “Katy Cats,” were full of praise for the singer in the comments section after the video was released, but as she promoted the single and her upcoming album last month, Perry’s own politics and industry connections have come under fire online.
The former “American Idol” judge has previously addressed female empowerment in hits like “Roar,” but the pop artist’s message is… Women’s rights in the United States continue to be under threat.
Some expressed outrage when it was revealed that record producer Lukas Gottwald (aka Dr. Luke) was credited on the single: Perry co-wrote the single with songwriter Chloe Angelides and producers Dr. Luke, Vaughn Oliver, Aaron Joseph and Rocco Valdes. According to Genius.
Gottwald was sued by Kesha in Los Angeles and New York in 2014. Kesha claims that Gottwald drugged and sexually assaulted her in 2005, and then physically and verbally abused her for a further 10 years.
The producer, who has not been charged with any crimes, has denied all of Kesha’s allegations. He filed a defamation lawsuit against her, accusing her of fabricating the rape allegation to avoid a recording contract. settled defamation lawsuit last year after a nearly decade-long legal battle.
Actor Abigail Breslin She said she received death threats After appearing to criticize Perry’s decision to work with Gottwald, Post to XWhile she didn’t name Perry or Gottwald, she tagged Kesha in the post, writing, “Working alongside known abusers in any industry only reinforces the perception that men can do abhorrent things and get away with it.”
The debate surrounding Gottwald is lively.Katie HeadsOn the ” subreddit, some people criticized Perry’s choice, while others defended her. One user posted They feel that the “whole development is confusing.”
Early reviews of the song echoed issues raised in broader online critiques. The Guardian 1 star. Cut Description “We’re stuck in 2016,” Perry said. Pitchfork said Its powerful message “rang false simply because Dr. Luke co-wrote and co-produced it.”
Gottwald produced Perry’s first three albums, all of which were released before Kesha filed her lawsuit. Doja Cat, Saweetie and Kim Petrashas also come under fire in recent years for his collaborations with him.
Perry has seemed to avoid questions about her work with the producer in recent weeks. She ignores people He asked her why she was working with him.
“Isn’t your album about female empowerment?” someone can be heard asking off-camera. “Why are you working with Dr. Luke?”
Perry too Questions were asked She was asked about Gottwald during an Instagram Live stream on Wednesday, but she did not answer any of the questions.
Representatives for Perry and Gottwald did not immediately respond to requests for comment Friday, nor did a spokesman for Capitol Records, which is releasing the album.
Perry’s First announcement On June 17, Kesha commented on the new song, “lol.” Post to XMany fans speculated that this was a reaction to finding out that Gottwald had performed with Perry; Rolling Stone magazine reported Until two days later.
On the Internet, Perry Republican-turned-Democrat Rick Caruso to run for Los Angeles mayor in 2022Caruso, who lost to current Mayor Karen Bass, had faced criticism from liberals in previous elections. Donate to anti-abortion politicians.
Perry celebrated the release of the single In an Instagram post. she Radio host Zane Lowe said: In an interview, she said that Woman’s World was launched after she gave birth to her daughter, Daisy.
“I feel so blessed in my life and I hope other women hear this and feel blessed too,” Perry said.
Perry’s album “143” is scheduled for release on September 20th. The album explanationListed in Perry’s online store, the album promises “a sexy, daring return for the multi-talented musician” with “the empowering, sexy, provocative pop anthems you’ve grown to love.”
