Kesha appeared to take a subtle jab at fellow pop star Katy Perry during a racy cowgirl photoshoot at a Los Angeles gas station on Thursday. The 37-year-old singer, known for her hit song “TiK ToK,” wore a white tank top with the phrase “LOL” – a reference to a post she made on social media after learning that Perry, 39, was working again with producer Dr. Luke, whom Kesha has previously accused of physical and sexual abuse.
Kesha’s summer ensemble was completed with a red cowboy hat, a red skirt, and black thigh-high boots. Her celebrity presence at the gas station caused a traffic jam, leading the manager to ask her to leave, according to TMZ. She drove off the premises in a red convertible but later circled back, only to be blocked by the manager, after which she departed.
Kesha, 37, appeared to take a subtle jab at fellow pop star Katy Perry, 39, during a racy cowgirl photoshoot at a Los Angeles gas station.
According to a Capitol Records source, Perry had a clear vision for her upcoming sixth album and assembled a talented team, including Dr. Luke, Max Martin, Sarah Hudson, and Stargate. Perry and Dr. Luke have collaborated on several hit singles in the past, including “I Kissed a Girl” (2008), “California Gurls” (2010), and “Roar” (2013). However, their collaboration has sparked controversy due to past sexual assault allegations made against the producer by Kesha.
When leaving a Paris Fashion Week event on Wednesday, Perry was asked about working with Dr. Luke in light of the allegations, but she did not respond, according to TMZ. Kesha’s tweet of “lol” on June 17 seemed to be a reaction to the news of Perry and Dr. Luke’s collaboration, and her followers speculated on the meaning, with some interpreting it as a subtle dig at Perry.
Kesha and Dr. Luke settled their long-running legal battle in June 2023. While Kesha stated that “only God knows what happened that night,” Dr. Luke maintained his innocence, saying he was “absolutely certain that nothing happened” and that he “never drugged or assaulted her.”
Perry, a native of Santa Barbara, California, recently shared a clip on TikTok previewing her upcoming track “Woman’s World,” set to be released on July 11. In February, she announced her departure from the series “American Idol” after seven seasons to focus on her solo career.
Kesha’s white tank top featured the phrase ‘LOL,’ alluding to her social media post about Perry and Dr. Luke’s collaboration.
Kesha’s summertime ensemble included a red cowboy hat, a red skirt, and black thigh-high boots.
Kesha posed with a gas nozzle alongside a red convertible, adding a playful touch to the photoshoot.
The Die Young performer beamed as she sat behind the wheel of the red convertible.
Kesha’s celebrity presence at the gas station caused a traffic jam, attracting the attention of onlookers.
The Your Love Is My Drug artist was seen glaring into the distance, striking a fierce pose.
Online reactions to the collaboration between Perry and Dr. Luke were mixed, with some users expressing disappointment in Perry’s decision to work with the producer despite the allegations. Others defended Perry, arguing that the court process had concluded and that she was free to make her own choices.
Kesha’s legal battle with Dr. Luke gained widespread attention, with notable names like Lady Gaga, Pink, Kelly Clarkson, Avril Lavigne, and Adam Levine providing testimony or sworn statements, according to the AP. The settlement brought an end to a contentious chapter, allowing both parties to move forward.
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