Katy Perry’s eagerly awaited music video for her latest single, “Woman’s World,” has finally dropped, eliciting a wide range of reactions from fans and critics alike. The video, which marks Perry’s first in two years, is a visually striking production that draws on powerful imagery and themes of female empowerment.
In the video, Perry takes on various iconic roles that symbolize women’s strength and resilience. She channels Rosie the Riveter, the emblematic figure representing women’s contributions during World War II, much like other artists before her, such as Beyoncé, Christina Aguilera, and Pink. This nod to an era of significant female empowerment sets the tone for the video’s message.
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As the video progresses, Perry transforms into the bionic woman and rides off in a helicopter, all the while delivering powerful lyrics about a woman with “Fire in her eyes / Feminine divine / She was born to shine.” The visuals are bold and unapologetic, with scenes of Perry and her dancers pretending to use urinals and dancing with vibrators, pushing boundaries and challenging traditional gender norms.
A particularly memorable moment in the video features Perry shouting “I’m Katy Perry” at a young woman recording a TikTok video, adding a layer of contemporary relevance and humor. YouTube star Trisha Paytas also makes a cameo appearance, hauling and driving a lifted truck, adding to the video’s eclectic mix.
Reactions to the music video have been polarized. Many fans expressed their excitement and admiration for Perry’s daring and inventive approach. One fan tweeted, “& that’s how Pop was saved,” while another enthusiastically posted, “Katy Perry, you’re INSANE for this music video. Yeah she’s REALLY BACK.”
Katy Perry really thought a feminist anthem produced by a woman-abuser would save pop music. pic.twitter.com/Vmf3qCFjiB
— Love, Danny (@DannyWxo) July 12, 2024
However, not all responses were positive. Some viewers criticized the video for its perceived tackiness and over-the-top elements. One detractor commented, “Not defending Katy Perry at all but nostalgia is so crazy bc her new song & video is like… exactly as tacky and bad as the majority of her old stuff. The cheap product placement, the cringey cameos… it’s the most katy perry thing she’s done in like 10 years.” Another viewer echoed this sentiment, saying they watched so “you don’t have to.”
Critics also took issue with the video’s portrayal of feminist themes, arguing that it relied too heavily on stereotypes. One commenter, @placesiknow13, wrote, “For something that’s supposed to be about feminism and girl power it’s literally just using all of the girl stereotypes in a super (sexual) way, making things like Rosie the riveter and others hot, flashy & ‘extra.’ Basically, ew.”
Katy Perry’s new song, “Woman’s World,” is “a synthesizer-pumped, positive-vibes affirmation of the obvious,” our critic writes. And its overblown video “doesn’t live up to the euphoric sound.” https://t.co/GiPZbZNPP6
— New York Times Arts (@nytimesarts) July 12, 2024
Perry announced the release of “Woman’s World” on July 11, building anticipation for her upcoming album “143,” set to be released on September 20. The single and its accompanying video have certainly sparked conversation, showcasing Perry’s ability to remain a provocative and influential figure in the pop music landscape.
Key Points:
i. Katy Perry released her new music video for “Woman’s World,” featuring bold imagery and themes of female empowerment.
ii. The video includes Perry as iconic figures like Rosie the Riveter and the bionic woman, with scenes pushing gender norms and boundaries.
iii. Reactions have been mixed, with some fans praising its creativity and others criticizing it for tackiness and over-the-top elements.
iv. Critics argue that the video relies heavily on female stereotypes and sexualizes icons of feminism.
v. The single “Woman’s World” will appear on Perry’s upcoming album “143,” set to be released on September 20.
RM Tomi – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
