“Fame is, I think, just a disgusting by-product of what I do.”

Katy Perry is an American singer-songwriter and performer of the 2000s and 2010s. She rose to prominence with her pop anthems blending catchy melodies and bold lyrics, often exploring themes of self-empowerment and reinvention. Her work spans multiple genres, from pop-rock to electronic, with hits that became cultural touchstones.