After years of critiquing aspiring talents on American Idol, Katy Perry is now on the receiving end from one of the contestants she once sent packing - and he makes it clear he's not a fan of her latest music.
- December 31, 2024
AceShowbiz - Former "American Idol" contestant Steven James shared his candid opinion about former judge Katy Perry's new single, "OK." Five years after Perry's vote ended his journey on the hit show, James took to TikTok to share his less-than-favorable reaction to the track.
"This can't be the same person who eliminated me on American Idol 5 years ago," James captioned his video, showing himself wincing and grimacing as he listened to the song.
The reaction video quickly went viral, drawing in a slew of comments. One user remarked, "It's giving the Arthur theme song 😂," referencing the beloved children's cartoon, while another likened it to a PBS kids' show theme.
Amid the backlash, some fans came to Perry's defense, labeling the track as "really good." In a follow-up comment, James somewhat softened his stance, admitting that the song was "actually starting to grow on him."
"OK" is one of four new tracks included in "1432", the deluxe edition of Perry's album "143", which was released in September. While the album has faced mixed reviews, Perry remains unfazed, explaining the personal growth and empowerment themes in her work during her appearance on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast.
"I understand that it started a lot of conversations," Perry said, referring to her collaborations, including the controversial involvement of producer Dr. Luke. "But the reality is it comes from me...I wrote these songs from my experience of my whole life going through this metamorphosis."
Perry has experienced significant changes this year, including her decision to step down as a judge on "American Idol" after seven seasons. "I think this probably will be my last show, my last season for Idol," she stated during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in February. Perry highlighted her love for the show but expressed a need to focus more on her music and broader creative ventures.
While Perry's latest work garners both acclaim and criticism, her evolution as an artist continues to provoke strong reactions from fans and critics alike. The debate over "OK" and Perry's artistic direction underscores the ever-changing landscape of pop music and its reception within an increasingly vocal audience.
