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==Biography==
==Biography==
===Early life===
===Early life===
Perry was born in [[Santa Barbara, California|Santa Barbara]], [[California]], [[USA]]. The middle child of two [[pastor]]s,<ref name="KP_IMDB_Bio" /> she grew up listening to [[gospel music]] and singing in church.<ref> Interview on [http://video.msn.com/video.aspx?mkt=en-CA&brand=sympatico&vid=635f8d17-31be-4f88-8151-0b1de6bea310 ''The Hook'']. Retrieved on [[Jul11]], [[2008]].</ref> Katy Perry graduated from [[Dos Pueblos High School]] in [[Goleta, California]] in [[2003]] and immediately moved to Los Angeles at the age of 17 <ref>http://www.independent.com/news/2008/jun/12/major-league/.</ref> After [[Steve Thomas]] and [[Jennifer Knapp]] signed Perry to their label Red Hill Records, she released her first CD ''[[Katy Hudson (album)|Katy Hudson]]'' in 2001, a Christian gospel album.<ref> Breimeier, Russ. "[http://www.christianitytoday.com/music/reviews/2001/katyhudson.html Music - Katy Hudson - self-titled]". ''[[Christianity Today]]''. Retrieved on [[June 19]], [[2008]].</ref> According to several Christian radio stations, Katy Perry's most recent album ''[[One of the Boys (Katy Perry album)|One of The Boys]]'' has raised a some controversy as her single "I Kissed a Girl" addresses a lesbian relationship which conflicts with fundamentalist and conservative Christian attitudes; on the other hand, the single "Ur So Gay" has been interpreted as being homophobic for its derogatory use of the word "gay". In her [[teenage]] years, Perry found a [[Queen (band)|Queen]] album with her friend, "From then on, they have been my biggest influence".<ref>"[http://www.musicremedy.com/k/Katy_Perry/album/Ur_So_Gay-4569.html Katy Perry 'Ur So Gay' album - MusicRemedy]". MusicRemedy. Retrieved on [[June 19]], [[2008]].</ref> Also among her musical influences are [[Alanis Morissette]],<ref>Andrew Leahey & Jason Birchmeier (2008).[http://allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:g9fexz95ldae~T1 "Katy Perry" biography], ''AllMusic''.</ref> [[Heart (band)|Heart]], and [[Joni Mitchell]], as well as the [[Incubus]] album, ''[[Morning View]]''.<ref>Dunleavy, Kristen ([[June 17]], [[2008]]). "[http://kiwibox.com/article/36984 Katy Perry Exclusive Interview]". KiwiBox. Retrieved on [[June 19]], [[2008]].</ref> Perry changed her surname to Perry because "Katy Hudson" was too close to [[Kate Hudson]].<ref name="AllMusic"/> Perry was her mother's maiden name.<ref name="KP_IMDB_Bio"/>.
Perry was born in [[Santa Barbara, California|Santa Barbara]], [[California]], [[USA]]. The middle child of two [[pastor]]s,<ref name="KP_IMDB_Bio" /> she grew up listening to [[gospel music]] and singing in church.<ref> Interview on [http://video.msn.com/video.aspx?mkt=en-CA&brand=sympatico&vid=635f8d17-31be-4f88-8151-0b1de6bea310 ''The Hook'']. Retrieved on [[Jul11]], [[2008]].</ref> Katy Perry graduated from [[Dos Pueblos High School]] in [[Goleta, California]] in [[2003]] and immediately moved to Los Angeles at the age of 17 <ref>http://www.independent.com/news/2008/jun/12/major-league/.</ref> After [[Steve Thomas]] and [[Jennifer Knapp]] signed Perry to their label Red Hill Records, she released her first CD ''[[Katy Hudson (album)|Katy Hudson]]'' in 2001, a Christian gospel album.<ref> Breimeier, Russ. "[http://www.christianitytoday.com/music/reviews/2001/katyhudson.html Music - Katy Hudson - self-titled]". ''[[Christianity Today]]''. Retrieved on [[June 19]], [[2008]].</ref> According to several Christian radio stations, Katy Perry's most recent album ''[[One of the Boys (Katy Perry album)|One of The Boys]]'' has raised a some controversy as her single "I Kissed a Girl" addresses a lesbian relationship which conflicts with fundamentalist and conservative Christian attitudes; on the other hand, the single "Ur So Gay" has been interpreted as being homophobic for its derogatory use of the word "gay". In her [[teenage]] years, Perry found a [[Queen (band)|Queen]] album with her friend, "From then on, they have been my biggest influence".<ref>"[http://www.musicremedy.com/k/Katy_Perry/album/Ur_So_Gay-4569.html Katy Perry 'Ur So Gay' album - MusicRemedy]". MusicRemedy. Retrieved on [[June 19]], [[2008]].</ref> Also among her musical influences are [[Alanis Morissette]],<ref>Andrew Leahey & Jason Birchmeier (2008).[http://allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:g9fexz95ldae~T1 "Katy Perry" biography], ''AllMusic''.</ref> [[Heart (band)|Heart]], and [[Joni Mitchell]], as well as the [[Incubus (band)|Incubus]] album, ''[[Morning View]]''.<ref>Dunleavy, Kristen ([[June 17]], [[2008]]). "[http://kiwibox.com/article/36984 Katy Perry Exclusive Interview]". KiwiBox. Retrieved on [[June 19]], [[2008]].</ref> Perry changed her surname to Perry because "Katy Hudson" was too close to [[Kate Hudson]].<ref name="AllMusic"/> Perry was her mother's maiden name.<ref name="KP_IMDB_Bio"/>.


===Early career===
===Early career===

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Katy Perry

Katy Perry (born Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson[1][2] on October 25, 1984) is an American singer-songwriter. She has risen to prominence with her 2008 single "I Kissed a Girl" which has become an international smash-hit topping numerous charts worldwide, including the Billboard Hot 100, Canadian Hot 100, The UK Singles Chart, Australian singles chart, Irish singles chart and the United World Chart. In the United States, the song is also noted for being the 1000th chart-topper of the Rock Era.[3]

Biography

Early life

Perry was born in Santa Barbara, California, USA. The middle child of two pastors,[1] she grew up listening to gospel music and singing in church.[4] Katy Perry graduated from Dos Pueblos High School in Goleta, California in 2003 and immediately moved to Los Angeles at the age of 17 [5] After Steve Thomas and Jennifer Knapp signed Perry to their label Red Hill Records, she released her first CD Katy Hudson in 2001, a Christian gospel album.[6] According to several Christian radio stations, Katy Perry's most recent album One of The Boys has raised a some controversy as her single "I Kissed a Girl" addresses a lesbian relationship which conflicts with fundamentalist and conservative Christian attitudes; on the other hand, the single "Ur So Gay" has been interpreted as being homophobic for its derogatory use of the word "gay". In her teenage years, Perry found a Queen album with her friend, "From then on, they have been my biggest influence".[7] Also among her musical influences are Alanis Morissette,[8] Heart, and Joni Mitchell, as well as the Incubus album, Morning View.[9] Perry changed her surname to Perry because "Katy Hudson" was too close to Kate Hudson.[10] Perry was her mother's maiden name.[1].

Early career

In 2004, Perry worked for the record production team The Matrix, who had previously worked with Avril Lavigne, Liz Phair, KoRn and Britney Spears, among others. Perry also began working on a debut mainstream album, writing with Glen Ballard, which was due for release in 2005; some of the collaborations included "Box", "Diamonds" and "Long Shot," which were released on Perry's official MySpace page. Her burgeoning music career led to her being named "The Next Big Thing" in October 2004 in Blender Magazine, where Perry stated she wasn't "a typical Christian", mentioning that she had done "lots of bad things" during her adolescence.[11] One of the tracks she recorded with Ballard, "Simple", was released on the soundtrack of the 2005 film The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.[12] In 2006, Perry appeared on P.O.D.'s single, "Goodbye for Now".[13] She has openly talked about her struggles within the music industry, such as being dropped from record labels for much of her early career. Her songs eventually captured the attention of Virgin Records CEO Jason Flom, who was the head of Capitol Music Group, and she signed to Capitol Music in early-2007. Perry is now regularly heard on MTV, VH1, as well as commercials. She most recently appeared on the reality TV show So You Think You Can Dance, singing her hit, "I Kissed a Girl".

One of the Boys

After signing to Capitol Records, Perry began recording for her official mainstream debut album, released in 2008, working with Greg Wells, Dr. Luke, Butch Walker, Max Martin, Cathy Dennis, Dave Stewart, and Ted Bruner. The full length album titled One of the Boys was released in the USA on June 17, 2008.[14] Katy was an act in the 2008 Vans Warped Tour to promote the album.

The album was preceded by a digital EP in late 2007, entitled "Ur So Gay", produced by and co-written with Greg Wells (OneRepublic, Mika). A video for the song premiered in early 2008, and brought Perry to the attention of Madonna, who mentioned her on KISS FM & KRQ's JohnJay & Rich morning show in Arizona, stating that "Ur So Gay" was her "favorite song right now,"[15] as well as another mention on Ryan Seacrest's Morning Show. "Ur So Gay" has been criticized for alleged homophobia.[16][10][17][18]

On April 29, 2008, her first official single from One of the Boys, "I Kissed a Girl", debuted on the iTunes Store. The song debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 at #76, climbing to #1 as of June 25, 2008. It has peaked on iTunes Top 100 at #1, as of June 3, 2008. The music video for "I Kissed a Girl" was released on May 21, 2008 on MySpace. The song has generated controversy due to its popularity with children and its depiction of homosexuality [19] In contrast, an essay in Slant Magazine argues that the song "isn't problematic because it promotes homosexuality, but because its appropriation of the gay identity exists for the sole purpose of garnering attention—both from Perry's boyfriend and her audience."[18]

In addition, she has had songs from the album featured on MTV's series, The Hills ("Self Inflicted", "Waking Up In Vegas" and "Thinking Of You"), on Oxygen Network's reality series, Fight Girls, and on the 2008 film Baby Mama ("Fingerprints"). She was also featured on P.O.D.'s 2006 single "Goodbye for Now".

As an actress, she made a cameo appearance on Carbon Leaf's video "Learn to Fly" and on Gym Class Heroes' video "Cupid's Chokehold", playing the eventual love interest for her real life boyfriend, lead singer Travis McCoy.[20] On March 10, 2008, she appeared as herself on the ABC Family television series Wildfire, on the episode "Life's Too Short".[21] She has appeared in advertisements for Too Faced Cosmetics' Spring 2007 line. On June 12 2008, Perry appeared as herself on the daytime soap opera, The Young and the Restless, who poses for the cover of the fictional magazine Restless Style, that same day she appeared on MTV's Total Request Live.

Lyrics

Her two songs, "Ur So Gay" and "I Kissed a Girl", have been cited as being homophobic as well as misandric by columnists, activists, and commentators including Glenn Sacks,[22] gay periodicals like the Washington Blade,[23][24] and prominent bloggers.[25][26]

MSNBC contributor Tony Sclafani wrote, "The litmus test of hypocrisy here is that if you substituted a different minority in Perry’s tunes, they’d never get airplay. 'I Kissed a Black Guy' or 'Ur So Korean' would not be Top 40. For that matter, a song called 'I Kissed a Boy,' sung by a guy, would probably die on the vine."[27]

Others, such as Chicago Sun-Times columnist Dr. Laura Berman, find the lyrics positive, arguing that "the fact that this song (I Kissed a Girl) is sparking so much interest "[28] suggests that our society is beginning to accept that there isn't always one box (gay or straight) for people to check."[29]

Discography

Studio Albums

Year Album Chart positions Sales/certification
U.S. CAN AUS NZ WW
2008 One of the Boys 9 6 11 17 19
  • U.S. sales: 282,354
  • Worldwide sales: 324,000+

EPs

Singles

Year Title Chart positions Album
U.S. U.S.
Pop 		UK CAN BRA GER AUS FR NZ AUT IT NL SWE DK SUI WW
2007 "Ur So Gay"
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—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
One of the Boys
2008 "I Kissed a Girl"
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
—
1
1
3
2
1
1
1
1
"Hot n Cold"
47
32
—
53
—
—
29
—
36
—
—
—
—
—
—
—

Single certifications

US certification: Platinum
AUS certification: Platinum
CAN certification: Platinum
DEN certification: Gold[30]
NZ certification: Gold[31]

Awards and nominations

Year Title Award Nominated work Result
2008 MTV Video Music Awards Best Female Video "I Kissed a Girl" TBA
MTV Video Music Awards Best New Artist "I Kissed a Girl" TBA
MTV Video Music Awards Best Art Direction in a Video "I Kissed a Girl" TBA
MTV Video Music Awards Best Editing in a Video "I Kissed a Girl" TBA
MTV Video Music Awards Best Cinematography in a Video "I Kissed a Girl" TBA
Teen Choice Award Choice MySpacer MySpace Page nominated
MTV Video Music Brasil International Artist Katy Perry nominated

Television appearances

References

  1. ^ a b c d "Biography for Katy Perry". The Internet Movie Database. 2008. Retrieved 2008-07-09.
  2. ^ Breimeier, Russ. "Katy Hudson". Christianity Today. Christianity Today International. Retrieved 2008-06-25.
  3. ^ Jenison, David (2008-06-26). "Hot 100 Seals Its 1,000th Hit with Katy's "Kiss"". E!. Retrieved 2008-06-27.
  4. ^ Interview on The Hook. Retrieved on Jul11, 2008.
  5. ^ http://www.independent.com/news/2008/jun/12/major-league/.
  6. ^ Breimeier, Russ. "Music - Katy Hudson - self-titled". Christianity Today. Retrieved on June 19, 2008.
  7. ^ "Katy Perry 'Ur So Gay' album - MusicRemedy". MusicRemedy. Retrieved on June 19, 2008.
  8. ^ Andrew Leahey & Jason Birchmeier (2008)."Katy Perry" biography, AllMusic.
  9. ^ Dunleavy, Kristen (June 17, 2008). "Katy Perry Exclusive Interview". KiwiBox. Retrieved on June 19, 2008.
  10. ^ a b Erlewine, Stephen Thomas (2008). "One of the Boys - Katy Perry" review, AllMusic. Retrieved June 24, 2008.
  11. ^ Duerden, Nick (October 2004). "The Next Big Thing! Katy Perry Article". Blender. Retrieved on June 19, 2008.
  12. ^ Amazon.com: The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants Soundtrack
  13. ^ P.O.D. - Testify
  14. ^ Katy Perry - Official Website
  15. ^ Markus Molinari. Sharenow.com: Markus is the Drug.
  16. ^ French, Marguerite. "Katy Perry - One of The Boys Album Review", Ugo.com. Retrieved June 22, 2008.
  17. ^ The New Gay Zack (2008). "Katy Perry: The New Gay Interview", The New Gay. Tuesday, June 10, 2008. Retrieved June 22, 2008.
  18. ^ a b Cinquemani, Sal (2008). "Katy Perry - One of the Boys" review, Slant Magazine. Posted: June 15, 2008. Retrieved June 22, 2008.
  19. ^ O'Crowley, Peggy. ""'Girl' talk"". The Star Ledger. Retrieved 2008-05-27. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  20. ^ Katy Perry 'Ur So Gay' album - MusicRemedy
  21. ^ "Wildfire" Life's Too Short (2008)
  22. ^ Sacks, Glenn (June 13th, 2008). "New Study: Men Aren't Happy about How They're Portrayed in Ads", glennsaks.com blog.
  23. ^ Armendariz, Rebecca (June 20, 2008). "One of the clueless: Katy Perry proves that talent doesn’t make up for vapid and offensive lyrics", The Washington Blade.
  24. ^ The New Gay Zack (June 10, 2008) "Katy Perry: The New Gay Interview", TheNewGay.net.
  25. ^ Duane Moody (2008)."what do you have against gay people, Katy Perry?", DuaneMoody.com. Published June 9th, 2008. Retrieved June 24, 2008.
  26. ^ Fatemeh (June 30, 2008) "Katy Perry Plays Make Believe", feministe blog.
  27. ^ Sclafani, Tony (July 22, 2008). Media giving Katy Perry a pass on ‘Kiss’, MSNBC.com
  28. ^ , "Six Questions with Girl Kisser Katie Perry", August 2008, AOL Music.
  29. ^ Berman, Laura (July 23, 2008). "Katy strikes blow for exploration", Chicago Sun-Times.
  30. ^ http://www.hitlisterne.dk/hl07/tracklisten.asp?list=t40#
  31. ^ http://www.rianz.org.nz/rianz/chart.asp
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