Pop icon Katy Perry has made headlines with the announcement of her latest album, which is anticipated to include a track produced by Dr. Luke. This revelation has elicited a response from singer Kesha, who has been embroiled in long-standing legal battles with Dr. Luke.
The yet-to-be-titled album will be Perry’s first major release since “Witness” in 2017. The project is expected to showcase a variety of collaborators, notably Dr. Luke, with whom Perry has previously crafted chart-toppers like “I Kissed a Girl” and “California Gurls.”
The inclusion of Dr. Luke has stirred controversy, particularly due to Kesha’s allegations against him dating back to 2014, where she claimed he subjected her to sexual assault and emotional abuse. Kesha responded to Perry’s collaborative decision via social media, initially posting and then removing a tweet that read, “Sorry, my soul can’t stand this.” She elaborated on her feelings in subsequent tweets, voicing support for Perry as an artist but opposing collaborations with Dr. Luke.
Kesha emphasized her stance in her posts, stating, “I have nothing but love for Katy. But I stand by my stance that survivors should not work with their abusers. I know I’m not alone in feeling this way.”
Dr. Luke has consistently denied the accusations and responded with a lawsuit against Kesha for defamation. Their legal battle has been protracted and remains unresolved.
Katy Perry has yet to make a statement regarding the ongoing controversy surrounding her collaboration with Dr. Luke. The music community and broader public are keenly awaiting the album’s release later this year, which will reveal how this collaboration impacts her reception among fans and critics.
