Katy Perry has faced criticism over the fact that for her new album, 143, she chose to once again collaborate with producer Dr. Luke. He was behind many of her biggest hits, but since then has been accused by Kesha of sexual abuse, which he has denied. Her accusations led to a yearslong legal battle, which was finally settled last year. Katy responded to that criticism during a recent appearance on the Call Her Daddy podcast.
Noting that many fans were “really upset” and “expressed disappointment” that Dr. Luke was one of the producers of 143, host Alex Cooper asked Katy, “Why did you choose to work with him?”
“I understand that it started a lot of conversations, and he was one of many collaborators that I collaborated with. But the reality is, it comes from me,” Katy said. “The truth is, I wrote these songs from my experience of my whole life going through this metamorphosis, and he was one of the people to help facilitate all that. One of the writers, one of the producers. I am speaking from my own experience.”
Katy then shifted the conversation to how “Women’s World” — co-written and produced by Dr. Luke — reflects how she feels empowered as a woman and a mother. She concluded, “So I created all of this with several different collaborators, people that I’ve collaborated with from the past, from the Teenage Dream era. All of that.”
The Backlash Over Working With Dr. Luke
Katy Perry’s decision to work with Dr. Luke on her new album has been met with criticism from some fans and critics. Many people were disappointed to see her collaborating with a producer who has been accused of sexual assault. Dr. Luke has denied the allegations, but the controversy has nonetheless cast a shadow over Perry’s album.
Perry’s Defense
Perry has defended her decision to work with Dr. Luke, saying that she is speaking from her own experience and that he was one of many collaborators on the album. She has also emphasized that she is a strong and empowered woman who is not afraid to speak her mind.
The Significance of “Woman’s World”
Perry has said that the song “Woman’s World” is a reflection of her own empowerment as a woman and a mother. The song is about feeling strong and confident, and it has been interpreted by some as a response to the criticism she has received over working with Dr. Luke.
The Future of Perry’s Career
It remains to be seen how the controversy over Dr. Luke will impact Perry’s career. Some fans may be turned off by her decision to work with him, while others may continue to support her. Ultimately, it will be up to Perry to prove that she is more than just a pop star and that she is truly committed to speaking out against sexual violence.
The Bottom Line
Katy Perry’s decision to work with Dr. Luke is a complex one that has no easy answers. It is important to remember that both Dr. Luke and Kesha have denied the allegations against each other, and that the legal battle between them has been ongoing for years. It is also important to acknowledge that Perry has a right to work with whomever she chooses, and that she is not obligated to address the allegations against Dr. Luke. However, it is also important to recognize that Perry’s decision to work with Dr. Luke has caused pain and hurt for many people, and that her silence on the issue is not helpful.
The controversy surrounding Katy Perry’s new album will likely continue to be a topic of discussion for some time to come. Only time will tell how this will ultimately impact her career. But one thing is certain: Perry’s decision to work with Dr. Luke is a reminder that there are no easy answers when it comes to issues of sexual violence.
