Kaylah Walton
Ten years ago, Katy Perry was one of the most famous and influential pop artists globally, overshadowing Madonna and predating the rise of Taylor Swift. After her album “Prism” in 2013, Perry released empowering anthems like “Roar” and “Firework,” which resonated with many young women.
However, Perry’s subsequent albums, “Witness” (2017) and “Smile” (2020), did not achieve the same success. Her chart dominance waned, and she shifted her focus to motherhood and being a judge on American Idol to stay in the public eye.
After a four-year hiatus, Perry announced her new album “143” and the release of the single “Woman’s World” on September 20th. The comeback generated significant buzz among her fans.
Initial Struggles
Contrary to expectations, the latest song release by Katy Perry has not met the anticipated success. Critiques from well-known music evaluators such as The Guardian, Pitchfork, Vulture, The Cut, and Consequence of Sound have been particularly scathing.
The Guardian labeled the song as “a regressive, warmed-over hell,” while Vulture pointed out that “an anthem needs to have a message, and ‘Woman’s World’ does not have one.” Pitchfork commented: “Defying all sense of taste, the pop singer’s comeback single is too dispiriting to even approach camp. It’s abysmal,” and The Cut published: “Katy Perry is stuck in 2016.”
Furthermore, there has been controversy surrounding Perry’s decision to collaborate once again with the renowned producer Dr. Luke, who has faced allegations of sexual misconduct, notably from singer Kesha, who had previously sued him for abuse.
Disappointed fans are questioning the whereabouts of the Katy Perry they once admired, who resonated with young girls and women through hits like “Firework” and “Roar,” as well as her acclaimed performance at the Super Bowl halftime show.
Speculations about selling her soul for lost success are dismissed by loyal fans who simply ask, “Where is Katy Perry now?”
