Katy Perry and Taylor Swift‘s rumored feud has been in the spotlight for a long time. Recently, Perry showed she has no bad blood with Swift as she promoted her new album, “Life of a Showgirl.” The 40-year-old hyped the track “Eldest Daughter” on her Instagram stories. Now, as per a source, Katy Perry’s support for the 35-year-old has a hidden goal.
Source claims Katy Perry’s support for Taylor Swift is a calculated move
According to Rob Shuter’s #ShuterScoop, Katy Perry is using Taylor Swift to advance in her career. The “Hot n Cold” singer’s promotion of Swift’s new album is strategic than a sweet gesture. One music executive stated, “Of course she’s jealous.” They added, “Taylor’s the most powerful artist on the planet right now.” On the other hand, “Katy hasn’t had a chart-topper in years. This is about staying relevant.”
For the unversed, the mom of one attempted to make peace with Swift by attending the Eras Tour in March 2024. However, industry insiders have noted that their friendship is primarily a public perception. One source shared, “Katy knows that anything attached to Taylor gets clicks.” As such, “She’s using the friendship to remind people she’s still here.”
Moreover, there are stark differences between Taylor Swift and Katy Perry’s careers now. While the former’s new album is topping the charts, Perry’s career is now focused on TV spots and beauty endorsements. Another insider said, Perry is “not selling records anymore.” “So she’s selling proximity to Taylor.” Moreover, the industry is saying, “Is Katy’s comeback built on Taylor’s shine?”
In March, it was reported that Perry sought Swift’s advice to make her “Lifetimes” tour successful. She was consulting the “Bad Blood” singer on every aspect to make her concerts “remarkable and historical.”
A source told The Sun, “Katy saw one of Taylor’s shows last year and was excited and inspired by what she saw.” They further added, “She knows she can count on her to give her some positive feedback.” Meanwhile, another insider mentioned, “Taylor wants Katy to succeed and have a great tour, and enjoy her time while on the road, and Katy appreciates that.”
