Katy Perry - Rise (audio) -

Perry described the song as something that had been "brewing inside" her for years. She felt compelled to finish it then rather than wait for an album, citing a global need for unity and healing following events like the 2016 Nice terrorist attack.

The chorus centers on the metaphor of a phoenix, emphasizing thriving rather than just surviving. Katy Perry - Rise (Audio)

The song serves as a motivational "pump-up" anthem, focusing on: Perry described the song as something that had

The song is categorized as a mid-tempo electronic track, marked by dark, atmospheric production and soaring vocals. Lyrical Themes marked by dark

The recurring line "Victory is in my veins" directly mirrors the competitive spirit of the Olympic athletes it was meant to represent. Commercial & Critical Reception