Who Katy Perry might be in 2024, though, is another question entirely —and one that she tries to answer on her sixth full-length, 143. Leaving Idol behind, which she did in May, implied that she wants to return to being a full-time pop monarch.

Katy Perry appeared on Alex Cooper’s “Call Her Daddy” podcast Wednesday morning, where she said Dr. Luke, the controversial producer accused of verbal and sexual assault by Kesha (which he has denied), was one of many collaborators who had worked with her earlier in her career that she brought back for her upcoming record.

Katy Perry's new album title "143" is code for "I love you," based on the number of letters in each word of the phrase.

Katy Perry has been criticized for working with Dr. Luke on her new album, "143." She addressed the controversy on "Call Her Daddy."

Following a breathless medley of hits at the MTV Video Music Awards last week, Katy Perry clutched her gold-plated Moon Person to accept the Video Vanguard trophy. “There are so many things that have to align to have a long and successful career as an artist.

Katy Perry’s rollout for her upcoming album, “143,” has attracted several controversies and has seen the release of two singles that have performed poorly on the charts.