Katy Perry's once-dominant presence in pop music is now under scrutiny as fans question whether her career has peaked. Despite her undeniable influence in the early 2000s with hits like 'I Kissed a Girl' and 'Dark Horse,' Perry is struggling to maintain relevance. The backlash surrounding her single 'Woman's World,' particularly its perceived pandering and her association with controversial producer Dr. Luke, has further tainted her image. Meanwhile, newer stars like Charli XCX, Chappell Roan, and Sabrina Carpenter are capturing the attention of Gen Z with their innovative approaches, leaving Perry's legacy feeling increasingly rooted in the past. While some fans still hold out hope for a comeback, many are uncertain if she can reclaim her former glory in a rapidly changing music landscape.
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00:00Are Katy Perry's fans turning on her?
00:03From numerous waves of backlash to competing against stars like Charli XCX and Sabrina
00:07Carpenter, fans are wondering if Perry's legacy may be best left in the 2010s.
00:13No one can deny star singer Katy Perry's influence on pop music throughout the early
00:17and mid-2000s.
00:19From hits like I Kissed a Girl to Last Friday Night and Dark Horse, Perry's had numerous
00:24hits dominate radio stations.
00:26After taking a brief hiatus from making music, the star announced that she had something
00:31new in the works back in May after sharing that she did not attend the Met Gala with
00:35a video of herself recording, writing in the caption,
00:37"'Couldn't make it to the Met, had to work.'"
00:40But the controversy surrounding her single Woman's World has sparked criticism, particularly
00:45due to its perceived pandering and the ongoing association with producer Dr. Luke, whose
00:50reputation has been marred by legal battles and allegations of abuse.
00:54Along with this, some fans are arguing Perry seems unable to keep pace with the dynamic,
00:59genre-blending creativity of newer artists like Charli XCX, Chappelle Roane, and Sabrina
01:04Carpenter, who are captivating Gen Z with their fresh approaches to pop music.
01:08While some fans remain strongly supportive of the star, others shared their opinions
01:12online about whether or not she will ever make a full comeback.