In a recent statement, Katy Perry addressed the backlash from her Blue Origin space flight and reassured her fans of her resilience and openness to growth.
Katy Perry Opens Up About Online Backlash: "I Feel Battered and Bruised"
Katy Perry Opens Up About Online Backlash: "I Feel Battered and Bruised"
Amid criticism following her space trip, singer Katy Perry expresses gratitude for fans' support and reflects on her journey.
Katy Perry has recently shared her feelings of being "battered and bruised" due to the online backlash over her participation in the Blue Origin space flight. The pop icon feels like she has become a "human Piñata" in the eyes of the online community, specifically following her brief 11-minute voyage with five other women on board the suborbital spacecraft.
In her reflection, Perry noted that she is grateful for her fans who took the initiative to support her by funding a billboard in New York City as she gears up for her upcoming world tour. A Brazilian fan account stated the purpose of the billboard was to remind Perry that she is not alone and that their love for her is "boundless, unwavering, and eternal."
This backlash follows a year of mixed public reception to her work, including an album that did not fare well and a music video that was labeled regressive. Additionally, Perry faced criticism for what some deemed tone-deaf participation in a lavish space trip while many are dealing with economic hardships. Despite this criticism, singers like Lily Allen have reached out to apologize for their harsh words against Perry.
Perry expresses, "I love you guys and have grown up together with you," as a way to convey her appreciation for the support she's received during tumultuous times. She acknowledged the challenges of being in the public eye, stating that she commits to "looking to the light" despite the arduous nature of her journey in the entertainment industry.
As she embarks on her world tour, which spans several continents until December, Perry affirmed her excitement to connect with fans. She is eager to see their faces, experience their warmth, and share in music that unites them. She has openly recognized her imperfections and uses the adversity of her online experiences as motivation to keep moving forward with grace.
Perry's sentiments highlight an ongoing reflection on mental health and the effects of fame, particularly with the modern pressures of social media's role in public perception. As she navigates these challenges, her focus remains on remaining true to her journey, celebrating her art, and maintaining a close relationship with her fans.
In her reflection, Perry noted that she is grateful for her fans who took the initiative to support her by funding a billboard in New York City as she gears up for her upcoming world tour. A Brazilian fan account stated the purpose of the billboard was to remind Perry that she is not alone and that their love for her is "boundless, unwavering, and eternal."
This backlash follows a year of mixed public reception to her work, including an album that did not fare well and a music video that was labeled regressive. Additionally, Perry faced criticism for what some deemed tone-deaf participation in a lavish space trip while many are dealing with economic hardships. Despite this criticism, singers like Lily Allen have reached out to apologize for their harsh words against Perry.
Perry expresses, "I love you guys and have grown up together with you," as a way to convey her appreciation for the support she's received during tumultuous times. She acknowledged the challenges of being in the public eye, stating that she commits to "looking to the light" despite the arduous nature of her journey in the entertainment industry.
As she embarks on her world tour, which spans several continents until December, Perry affirmed her excitement to connect with fans. She is eager to see their faces, experience their warmth, and share in music that unites them. She has openly recognized her imperfections and uses the adversity of her online experiences as motivation to keep moving forward with grace.
Perry's sentiments highlight an ongoing reflection on mental health and the effects of fame, particularly with the modern pressures of social media's role in public perception. As she navigates these challenges, her focus remains on remaining true to her journey, celebrating her art, and maintaining a close relationship with her fans.
