Katy Perry addresses Dr. Luke collaboration on new album '143' on Call Her Daddy podcast

Katy Perry recently addressed the controversy surrounding her collaboration with music producer Dr. Luke on her upcoming album, '143.' In an interview on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast, Perry acknowledged the online outrage over her decision to work with Luke, who has faced sexual assault and abuse allegations from singer Kesha.

While Perry avoided directly naming Dr. Luke, she emphasized that he was just one of many collaborators on the album, which is set to release on September 20. She defended her choice, stating that the music ultimately comes from her own experiences and that Luke was simply one of the people who helped facilitate the creative process.

Perry's decision to reunite with the team behind her successful "Teenage Dream" era, including Dr. Luke, has drawn criticism from fans who believe she should not be working with him in light of Kesha's allegations. Despite settling their legal dispute last year, the controversy surrounding Dr. Luke remains a sensitive topic.

This is the first time Katy Perry has publicly addressed the Dr. Luke collaboration on '143.' It remains to be seen whether her explanation will satisfy those who are disappointed with her decision, as many feel that Dr. Luke's involvement contradicts the message of her lead single, "Woman's World."