Katy Perry confirms the name of #KP5 along with new single
#KP5 is out next month
Katy Perry has confirmed the name of her fifth album, due for release next month. The album, which has been nicknamed #KP5 has officially been revealed as 'Smile'.
Along with revealing the name of her album, with the release date of 14th August, Katy also confirmed the title track from her album would be released tomorrow (10th July).
Confirming the single 'Smile' would be released very soon, Katy said, 'Listen to the song at midnight local time Friday, July 10 and pre-order the album'. She also explained that the song was written as she was, 'coming through one of the darkest periods of my life and had lost my smile'.
Continuing, 'This whole album is my journey towards the light - with stories of resilience, hope, and love'.
Sharing a very short clip of her new song, the video shows Katy Perry looking sad wearing a clown's red nose, before revealing the name of the new song/album and release dates.
The announcement of Katy's new music has sparked a lot of excitement amongst fans with one saying, 'Our family loves you, we all have watched you grow into a beautiful human. Can't wait to see your little one. Stay safe.', and another commenting, 'Hoorayyyy so excited! Love you all and your music talent. You've helped me so much. Such a inspiration Thank you Katy Perryđź’•' (sic)
'Smile' will be the follow-up to Katy's song 'Daisies' which was released back in May.
Now take a look at Katy Perry's hair transformations through the years:
Katy Perry's long, dark hair, 2008
After breaking out into the music scene with her iconic 'I Kissed a Girl' back in 2008, Katy Perry rocked a stunning dark brunette look.
Katy Perry multicoloured hair, 2010
Long before we were all getting bright colours put in our hair, Katy Perry was ahead of the times, completely nailing this look in 2010.
Katy Perry with blue hair, 2012
Pictured here during the Katy Perry Lashes by Eylure Meet and Greet at the Americana, California in 2012.
Katy Perry ponytail, 2013
Pictured here in November 2013 in Cologne, Germany, Katy donned an iconic sleek, high ponytail.
Katy Perry curly hair, 2013
Pictured here at the 2013 American Music Awards, Katy was seriously rocking the volumised look, with her dark brunette locks!
Katy Perry's two-toned hair, 2014
Katy went for a completely different look at the 28th Annual ARIA Awards 2014 in Australia, showing off an interesting two-toned look.
Katy Perry's black bob, 2015
It was back to black for KP the following year, when she attended the 8th Annual GO Campaign Gala at Montage Beverly Hills.
Katy Perry's long black locks, 2016
Katy chose to wear her hair long and in a slight curl whilst performing at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.
Katy Perry at the BRITs, 2017
Katy is pictured here at the BRIT Awards 2017, switching up her look to a some-what two-toned blonde style.
Katy Perry with short, blonde hair, 2017
Switching it up even further, Katy went even blonder and opted for a shorter cut - and it's safe to say she worked it.
Katy Perry short hair, 2017
With hoop earrings and short blonde hair, she served some serious looks at Paris Fashion Week! Taken on 4th July 2017 in Paris, France.
Katy Perry blonde hair, 2017
With her hair swept over, Katy looked truly beautiful whilst giving a speech at the Human Rights Campaign on 18th March 2017.
Katy Perry blonde hair, 2017
Playing around with her blonde hair a little more, Katy continued to look incredible in 2017!
Katy Perry blonde crop, 2018
Our Kate went back to the cropped 'do for her performance at the amfAR Gala Los Angeles 2018.
Katy Perry's retro curls, 2019
Katy was seriously rocking the retro look at an awards ceremony in Philadelphia in March 2019, with some super cute retro curls and a black hairband.
Katy Perry's short bob
In 2020, Katy kept a similar hairstyle to her retro curls, showing off a short bob during an appearance at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in March 2020.
Katy Perry's lockdown look
Just like the entire world, Katy was unable to get to the hairdressers between April-July, as the world went into lockdown due to the Coronavirus pandemic. This didn't stop her looking amazing though, rocking this cute headband whilst on video chats.
Katy Perry's brunette locks
Whilst amping up excitement on her Instagram for a new episode of American Idol, Katy debuted her brand new brunette hair-do, and we are obsessed.
The new hairstyle sparked fans to reminisce over her 'I Kissed a Girl' days, back in 2008.
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