After Katy Perry’s New Single “Woman’s World” Flops, Singer Goes Into Crisis Mode To Save Her Comeback Album

Katy Perry’s latest musical comeback has hit a snag as her new single “Woman’s World” bombed on the charts and with critics.

The track, released on July 11 as the lead single from Perry’s upcoming seventh studio album 143, entered the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 at number 63 and the U.K. Singles Chart at number 47. These positions fall short of expectations for the multi-platinum artist, known for her string of chart-topping hits.

Music critics have been harsh in their assessment of “Woman’s World,” with several prominent publications questioning the relevance and execution of its feminist themes. The song’s performance on streaming platforms has also been neutral, reaching only number 110 on Spotify’s U.S. chart and number 58 globally.

This lukewarm reception marks a significant downturn from Perry’s peak commercial success. Her 2010 album “Teenage Dream” made history when she became the first female artist to score five number-one singles from a single album on the Billboard Hot 100.

Reports suggest Perry is worried about how poorly her new song is doing. She’s asking her team to come up with new ideas to make sure her album does better when it comes out in September. Sources say she’s very upset about the situation and blaming others for the song’s lack of success.

Adding to the controversy surrounding the release is Perry’s decision to collaborate with producer Dr. Luke. The choice has drawn criticism due to Dr. Luke’s highly publicized legal battle with singer Kesha, who accused him of abuse. Perry had previously acknowledged in a 2018 deposition that working with Dr. Luke “would not be received well because of this lawsuit.”

Despite the current setback, Perry’s track record includes impressive achievements in both the U.S. and U.K. markets. She has amassed five number-one singles in the U.K. over a decade, starting with “I Kissed A Girl” in 2008.

Her most recent album, Smile, released in 2020, reached the top five in both the U.K. and U.S. charts despite mixed reviews. The lead single from that album, “Daisies,” peaked at number 37 in the U.K.