Kitty Perry is finally tackling some tough questions about her new album, especially why she decided to work with Dr. Luke. She recently shared that the decision was entirely hers, not something forced by her record label. This has stirred up quite a bit of controversy, and it seems Kitty Perry might be facing more backlash than she anticipated.
Right now, Katy Perry is trying to manage the fallout from her album One War 3. Her appearance on Call Her Daddy might turn out to be a mistake because she openly admitted that working with Dr. Luke was a choice she made. It wasn’t a situation where her record label pushed her into it—she willingly collaborated with him and is even promoting their work together.
This situation is reminiscent of Kesha’s struggle, where she was stuck in a contract with Sony despite her allegations against Dr. Luke. Kesha fought hard in court, but Sony didn’t release her from her contract, keeping her tied to Dr. Luke for several albums. I fully support Kesha in this fight.
I’m glad Alex from Call Her Daddy brought up the criticism Katy Perry has received for her partnership with Dr. Luke. Let’s dive into some key moments from that interview and see how Katy Perry responded.
Did you have a specific question you wanted to focus on? It’s clear Katy Perry knew these questions were coming, and she probably saw this as her chance to address the controversy. But did she manage to handle it as well as she hoped? Why did she choose to work with him in the first place?
I get that this whole thing kicked off a lot of discussions, and sure, he was just one of many people I worked with. But honestly, it’s my work, not hers. Don’t forget, she was involved in Kesha’s lawsuit against Dr. Luke and Lady Gaga because they all knew what he was up to. Plus, we’ve heard other artists like Bebe Rexha and Doja Cat speak out against him too. So, hearing her dismiss it like this is pretty disappointing. It’s like she just doesn’t care.
She talked about working with Dr. Luke on big hits like “I Kissed a Girl,” “California Gurls,” and “Teenage Dream,” and she was also dragged into the long legal battle with Kesha as a witness. When she says, “I understand it started a lot of conversations,” it just feels so dismissive. It’s not just about sparking conversations; it’s about what those conversations mean. She’s saying these songs come from her own experiences and growth, but when you listen to the music, it’s pretty bland and lacks emotion. If this music truly reflects what she’s been through, it doesn’t seem to tell much of a story.
I even heard one of her songs might be copying a Eurovision track from the movie Eurovision—which is just cringeworthy. Then she moved on to talking about her album and “Woman’s World,” which didn’t really take off. She says “Woman’s World” is about feeling empowered as a mother and a woman who’s given life.
So let’s break that down. The truth is, I wrote these songs based on my life experiences and changes I’ve gone through, with him as one of the writers and producers. I’m sharing my own perspective. When I talk about “Woman’s World,” I’m talking about how empowered I feel as a mother and a woman.
So, here’s something interesting to note: Katy Perry says her songs are about her personal experiences, but “Woman’s World” was a team effort. It was written by Katy Perry, Khloe, and four men, including Dr. Luke. So, despite being marketed as a female empowerment anthem, it seems like the majority of the creative and financial rewards are going to men.
There’s been some buzz on Twitter about this. One tweet mentioned that Katy Perry chose to work with Dr. Luke even though fans thought she might be stuck in a contract with him. It looks like she picked him deliberately, knowing it would stir up some discussions. People aren’t too thrilled about it—there’s a video with 650,000 views but only 500 likes. One comment really stood out: “Read the room, you dumb b-word. Dr. Luke is known as problematic for women, so what’s up with this?”
If you caught the Just Trish podcast, you might have seen me asking about Katy Perry’s collaboration. If you haven’t watched it yet, definitely check it out. If you have, I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. I was pretty nervous, and I know I’m no Oscar, but I gave it my best shot.
And about Katy Perry—while we’re on the topic—I was wondering if she brought you on to try and boost her image. It almost feels like she’s using you as a way to look better, especially since you’re doing so well right now. What’s your take on this? You’re shining bright; why get caught up in this mess?
I never thought she was using me, so it was weird seeing those comments. Honestly, I’m really grateful for how open Trisha was, answering all my questions. I had a blast, so thanks again for having me on.
Katy shared, “I’m still very much in touch with my matriarchal side, and that’s reflected in this project. I collaborated with various people, including those from the Teenage Dream era—something fans have been eagerly waiting for. But it’s important to note that you don’t need Dr. Luke to create something amazing. What I’m working on is different; it’s like giving life to a new heart. I have medical anxiety, so discussing the insides makes me uneasy, but I pushed through. I’m still grounded in my role as a matriarch, and that’s where I’m coming from. This project is a collaboration with people from my past, including those from the Teenage Dream era.”
I get the feeling she’s probably tired of talking about this, but it’s a topic she brought up, and Dr. Luke’s name is all over this project. So, will you be supporting it?
One comment mentioned, “She shifted the topic to, ‘I am a mother. I created life.’ But don’t you want your daughter to be safe from people like Dr. Luke?” Another commenter said, “I appreciate how she addressed the question.” And yet another wrote, “I won’t be buying or streaming this album just because she worked with Dr. Luke. Even her feature with Trisha Paytas couldn’t save it.” Thanks again, Vria, for having me on. What’s your take on Katy Perry’s album right now?
Now, let’s open a PO Box package. This one’s from Infinite Anime Prints. I’m not super familiar with anime, but let’s dive in.
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Oh, this is so cute! I love the card—thanks so much. I’ll list everything below. And hey, I actually recognize Sailor Moon from when I was growing up. I’m excited about this shirt; it totally reminds me of that Megan Thee Stallion song. And this little piece of anime art is adorable. Thanks a lot! It’s awesome to see couple-run businesses. Keep up the great work!