Katy Perry Defends Dr. Luke Collaboration

Katy Perry has faced backlash for collaborating with Dr. Luke on her upcoming album, 143, due to his past sexual assault allegations by Kesha, which were settled in 2023. During an interview on the 'Call Her Daddy' podcast, Perry defended her decision, stating that Dr. Luke was one of many collaborators and emphasized that the songs were based on her own experiences, especially her empowerment as a mother. Fans and critics criticized her response as deflective and gaslighting, suggesting she failed to directly address the controversy. Perry's lead single 'Woman's World,' produced by Dr. Luke, has also faced poor reception and commercial performance. Despite the backlash, Perry maintains that her collaboration choices come from a place of personal empowerment and artistic expression.