Katy Perry Faces Brutal Criticism Over New Song from Former American Idol Contestant: ‘This Can’t Be the Same Person Who Eliminated Me’

As a long-time fan of Katy Perry and American Idol, I found it rather intriguing to see Steven James, a former contestant eliminated by Perry herself, critiquing one of her latest songs. It seems that the tables have turned in an unexpected way. While I can understand that artists often receive criticism, this particular comment from a fellow Idol alum carries a unique weight given their shared history.

It’s fascinating to see how the world of entertainment can bring people together and then create these complex relationships. In some ways, it feels like Perry and James have come full circle, with their connection now extending beyond the American Idol stage.

That being said, I’m curious to see how Perry will respond to this unexpected critique from a former contestant. Will she take it as a lesson learned or use it as inspiration for her future work? Only time will tell!

And on a lighter note, if you ever find yourself in a similar situation where a former Idol judge critiques your latest project, just remember – at least they didn’t eliminate you from the show twice like they did with Steven James (jokingly of course). Good luck to both Katy Perry and Steven James in their respective careers!

Last year, Katy Perry’s most recent album 143 wasn’t met with a lot of positive responses from her fans. However, a critique on a new song from the deluxe version of the album might hurt Perry more than others since it originates from a past American Idol contestant she once dismissed.

In a TikTok video viewed by The New York Post, Steven James appears to dislike a song called “OK” while driving, based on his unenthusiastic expression. He captioned the clip with, “This can’t be the same person who knocked me out of American Idol 5 years ago,” and the video has been played 2.4 million times, as reported by the outlet.

In 2019, James made an appearance during Season 17 of the ABC talent show focused on singing. That same season, Perry served as a judge for the second time, sharing the panel with Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie. For those who may not know, Perry left the show after seven seasons to reportedly dedicate more time to her music career.

In a heart-to-heart with Jimmy Kimmel during his talk show back in February 2024, I couldn’t help but gush about my deep admiration for Idol. It’s not just a TV show; it’s a lifeline connecting me to the soul of America. Yet, there comes a time when one must listen to their own rhythm. That’s why, after much thought and emotion, I made the difficult decision to move on from Idol, seeking the beat of my personal journey. Unfortunately, the response wasn’t quite what I had hoped for.

As a devoted fan, I found myself aligning with many others in expressing my thoughts on Perry’s recent release. One follower aptly put it that the song seemed tailored for a modern-day revival of “Degrassi.

Perry’s song “143” stirred up quite a bit of debate for several reasons. Initially, it brought controversy due to her collaboration with Dr. Luke, who faced accusations of drugging and assaulting Kesha. However, Dr. Luke refuted these claims, and the two eventually resolved their legal disputes in June 2023.

Perry explained in September on Alex Cooper’s podcast that he had indeed worked with the music producer, but emphasized that he wasn’t the sole collaborator or writer on her album. Although his name appears on the list of contributors, she made it clear that the album was primarily her own creation, drawn from her personal life experiences. She argued that it wouldn’t be fair to dismiss the entire project due to a single individual’s involvement.

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2025-01-02 15:07