Roar

Who it's for

Perry has said the song came out of therapy and from being fed up with keeping feelings inside and not speaking up for herself, so it gives listeners a relatable, documented model of moving from silence to assertiveness.

Feelings it meets

• Self-Worth
• Insecurity
• Starting Over
• Boundaries
• Communication
• Toxic Relationship

What it is

The lead single from Katy Perry's 2013 album Prism, co-written with Bonnie McKee, Dr. Luke, Max Martin and Cirkut (Henry Walter), who also produced it with Luke and Martin. It is a self-empowerment anthem about standing up for yourself and picking yourself up to keep going. Perry said she wrote it after therapy, being tired of keeping feelings inside and not speaking up for herself.

Where to find it

Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music (widely available); official music video on Katy Perry's YouTube channel.

Before you start

Age: Ages 6+

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