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Katy Perry’s Roar Crosses Over 1 Billion Streams On Spotify, Her second Song To Achieve This Milestone

1 years ago By Movies Desk

Katy Perry, the unstoppable pop sensation, has achieved an extraordinary milestone in her music career. Her anthem, “Roar,” has roared its way to over 1 billion streams on Spotify, marking her 2nd song to reach this monumental achievement After Dark horse.

1. Debut-

Since her captivating debut with Capitol Records back in 2008 through “One of the Boys,” Katy Perry has taken the music world by storm. With an impressive 65 billion streams and worldwide sales of over 57 million adjusted albums and 138 million tracks, she stands as one of the most influential artists of our time. Katy is a trailblazer, being one of only five artists in history to break the 100 million certified units mark with their digital singles, and she proudly claims her place as the first Capitol Records recording artist to enter the prestigious RIAA 100 Million Certified Songs club.

Her musical prowess extends even f”rther with three RIAA Diamond Song Awards, a distinction she earned for the chart-topping hits “Firework,” “Dark Horse,” and the aforementioned “Roar.” Notably, “California Gurls” featuring Snoop Dogg added to her accolades with a fourth Diamond Song Award.

2. Records-

The journey began with “One of the Boys,” now certified triple Platinum, housing the unforgettable hits “I Kissed A Girl” (6x Platinum) and “Hot n Cold” (8x Platinum). Katy’s second studio album, “TEENAGE DREAM” (2010), heralded the highest-certified era ever witnessed in the music industry. With iconic tracks like “Firework” and “California Gurls,” this 9x Platinum album continued her reign, alongside “The One That Got Away” and “Part Of Me,” each earning 5x Platinum status. In 2013, “PRISM” reached 5x Platinum, securing her place in the annals of music history.

Katy Perry’s dominance extended to YouTube, where she became the first female artist to achieve over three billion views for both “Dark Horse” and “Roar.” And her influence remains undiminished on Spotify, boasting a staggering 51 million+ monthly listeners and over 29 million followers. She is 42nd in world at Spotify.

3. Awards-

In 2017, “WITNESS” earned Gold certification and delivered hits like “Chained to the Rhythm” (2x Platinum), “Bon Appétit” (Platinum), and “Swish Swish” (Platinum). Katy’s latest album, “SMILE,” introduced the Platinum-certified “Never Really Over,” which marked the pinnacle of her streaming success. The album also features Gold-certified singles “Daisies” and “Harleys in Hawaii,” amassing nearly 3.5 billion combined streams.

Beyond her musical prowess, Katy Perry graced the 2015 Super Bowl stage, delivering the highest-rated performance in the event’s history. And when “American Idol” made its return in 2018, Katy assumed the role of a judge, now in her sixth consecutive season on the show.

4. UNICEF Ambassador-

Katy Perry is not just an extraordinary musician; she’s also an unwavering advocate for philanthropic causes. Appointed a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 2013, she passionately champions children’s rights to health, education, equality, and protection.

Her commitment extends to LGBTQ+ equality, earning her numerous awards, including the Trevor Project’s Hero Award, the Human Rights Campaign’s National Equality Award, amfAR’s Award of Courage, and Variety’s Power of Women distinction in 2021. Through her Firework Foundation, she empowers children from underserved communities through the arts.

5. Business woman-

But Katy’s influence doesn’t stop at music and advocacy; she’s a dynamic entrepreneur. Her eponymous shoe line, Katy Perry Collections, shines in the fashion world. She also actively contributes to companies dedicated to improving health and wellness, serving on the Board of Bragg, endorsing Impossible Foods, and investing in Apeel Sciences and Samsara, pioneering innovative solutions to reduce food waste and combat plastic pollution.

Recently, Katy co-founded De Soi, a line of sparkling ready-to-drink non-alcoholic apéritifs with natural adaptogens, in partnership with AMASS, known for its clean botanics. Katy Perry, an unstoppable force, continues to inspire, empower, and innovate in music, advocacy, and business, leaving an indelible mark on the world.

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