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Katy Perry
57 quotes
“I remember really vividly kneeling by my bed as a nine-year-old, saying my prayers and asking God to give me boobs that were so big that if I laid on my back I wouldn’t be able to see my feet.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2009 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: As quoted in "Perry prayed for bust results" in The Sun (17 August 2009)
“I gave myself until I turned 25 to make it. And if it didn't happen, I thought I'd just try to find a nice husband.”
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“I was like, I don't know if I can hold that promise [to wait until marriage to have sex with kane tod] because this guy at camp is really cute. Sex wasn't talked about in my home, but I was a very curious young girl.”
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“I'm not defined by where I came from. I never took part in the rules and hatred that sometimes go along with religion. But if my parents are happy with what they believe, then I'm happy to stay out of their way. We agree to disagree.”
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“I had this lump in my throat, but I couldn't even cry. I thought, I shouldn't have gotten my hopes up. I was just sitting there in my car that I was two months behind on payments for, knowing I didn't have money for rent.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2007 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: On not getting signed by Capitol Records, after months of negotiations, in 2007.
“This is a really important time in my life. I can't just be the girl who sang 'I Kissed a Girl.' I have to leave a legacy.”
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“I have multipersonality disorder—in a very good way, of course—when it comes to my fashion choices,When I first started playing around with my look, it was more of a Dita Von Teese pinup thing.”
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“I'm up to my hairline in planning. It's a lot, especially when you're a woman of detail.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2010 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry: The Interview BAZAAR (November 3, 2010).
“I always knew I wanted a great man of God, someone who was going to be an inspiration for people and also be a lovely husband and father, We're at different places in our lives, but we can still grow together. He's thought-provoking, articulate, a real advocate. I also definitely wanted to have a laugh. I have all that in him.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2010 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry: The Interview BAZAAR (November 3, 2010).
“I'm a good girl because I really believe in love, integrity, and respect. I'm a bad girl because I like to tease. I know that I have sex appeal in my deck of cards. But I like to get people thinking. That's what the stories in my music do.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2010 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry: The Interview BAZAAR (November 3, 2010).
“We're all unique. That's why we all win and we all can exist. People don't want just vanilla. They want 31 flavors. I couldn't do what Rihanna does. I couldn't do what Gaga does. They can't do what I do.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2010 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry: The Interview BAZAAR (November 3, 2010).
“I had really bad back problems and was a little bit thicker. Then I grew up and lost the baby fat and said, 'Hey, this isn't all that bad.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2010 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry: The Interview BAZAAR (November 3, 2010).
“If there had been a problem on the set, they would have said it to me at the outset. We had many different options.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2010 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry: The Interview BAZAAR (November 3, 2010).
“There were some moments that made my tummy turn when I saw them in the final edit, because I’d already lived them and I really didn’t want to live them again,But I thought maybe if I shared that I got through the problem, other people wouldn’t feel so alone in their problems. We all go through a lot of the same things and it’s not about the problem but about how you solve it. The theme of the whole movie for me is about overcoming obstacles.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2012 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Interview with Katy Perry for Part of Me 3D Movie Orange Magazine (August 30, 2012).
“I think we’re all blessed with gifts and I was lucky I just found out what mine was early on and have planted that seed and tried to water it every day.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2012 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Interview with Katy Perry for Part of Me 3D Movie Orange Magazine (August 30, 2012).
“What holds me up is focus and determination, and this incredible ambition that just hasn’t subsided yet.”
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Recorded in: Interview with Katy Perry for Part of Me 3D Movie Orange Magazine (August 30, 2012).
“I was inspired by Madonna’s documentary “Truth or Dare.” I loved her documentary and I loved seeing it, because I wasn’t exposed to anything like that, really, when I was growing up. For instance, I want to watch the first “Alien” film, because I want to see “Prometheus,” and I haven’t seen the first one. I wasn’t allowed to watch or hear or be exposed to a lot of different pop culture moments in the ‘80s and ‘90s, when I was a kid, because of my upbringing.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2012 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Interview with Katy Perry for Part of Me 3D Movie Orange Magazine (August 30, 2012).
“We filmed that at the Staples Center for two nights with these new 3D cameras that hadn’t been used before—or, at least they hadn’t been used for this type of thing—and the texture is so beautiful. The slow motion shots are great – and I love that we can bring that to this type of film, because it adds some gorgeous nuances and detail. There are a lot different textures in the film that we use to tell the story, because there is a lot of backstory. Overall, I’m very happy with it, and I’m happy with the narrative.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2012 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Interview with Katy Perry for Part of Me 3D Movie Orange Magazine (August 30, 2012).
“You have to find a balance between being a human being and a performer. I know that it’s important for me to realise that this is a job at this level and to separate my personal life from my professional life and the fact of the matter is that we all have obstacles and problems in our lives. It would be unfair for me to press my problems on to my audience who were never there to experience that – they were there to be entertained, they were there to have a great time, they were all in costume and so I had to turn that side of me off when I went on stage.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2012 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Interview with Katy Perry for Part of Me 3D Movie Orange Magazine (August 30, 2012).
“But that’s part of a lot of people’s stories, whether they are famous or not. There is sacrifice. You know, heavy is the head that wears the crown. I put that in one of my songs—‘Heavy is the head that wears the crown, don’t let the greatness get you down.’ Sometimes, it can be an extreme pressure, but really, it’s an opportunity. I try and have a positive outlook.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2012 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Interview with Katy Perry for Part of Me 3D Movie Orange Magazine (August 30, 2012).
“There were two weeks of my life after I found out the truth about my marriage where I was like, 'OK. All right. I can't feel this. This is too intense right now.' I was, like, just eating Flamin' Hot Cheetos and drinking, and that's it.”
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“[Brand] really wanted me to have children, and I knew I wasn't ready—I think it was a way of control, I think it was part of, If I have a kid, then I would have to sacrifice—I'd have to be home more. I really wanted to, but I knew I wasn't ready for it. It wasn't like, 'Hey, let's have a kid because we're in love.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2013 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry talks Russell Brand divorce, dating John Mayer CBS News ( December 9, 2013).
“I took a break from my boyfriend, not one that I wanted. It was like a splash of cold water to search inward on what was going on with me. That is what let me to this new awakening, this realizing, if I don't do some self-love, I'm not going to be able to keep the love that I want.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2013 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry talks Russell Brand divorce, dating John Mayer CBS News ( December 9, 2013).
“I still needed to deal with all of my ex-husband stuff. I hadn't, It's almost like if I kept talking about it, it would seem like I actually cared about it. I don't.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2013 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry talks Russell Brand divorce, dating John Mayer CBS News ( December 9, 2013).
“Oh my gosh. I did that all on my first day of my period, too. Can you believe it? Thank you so much to MTV for believing in my weirdness from day one and for helping artists extend their worlds beyond a song. There are so many things that have to align to have a long and successful career as an artist. There are no decade-long accidents. So I would like to acknowledge a few people: my team who have been with me for over 20 years, direct management, and my label Capitol Records.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry Has a Message for Young Artists in Her MTV VMAs Video Vanguard Speech ELLE (September 11, 2024).
“I’ll be there. I’ll fill in. Tap me in, coach. It was a struggle bus. I had two cars repossessed. I was signed and dropped by three different labels. People only know me maybe because of Teenage Dream and the whirlwind and success of that and the accolades.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry Has a Message for Young Artists in Her MTV VMAs Video Vanguard Speech ELLE (September 11, 2024).
“I tend to be mostly a futurist but it would be negligent of me to not acknowledge the incredible impact this last year has had on me. 1 year ago, 143 came out and I took the weekend to reflect. Records are snapshots of an artist trying to tell their story of where they are now or have been, and hope someone will hear themselves in some of the messages.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry admits she's been 'beloved, tested and tried' amid Orlando Bloom split Hello Magazine (September 24, 2025).
“Lately I have been seeing 341 which has me thinking now after giving so much... do I love myself, finally? Well, I get the opportunity to answer that question anew every day.”
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Recorded in: Katy Perry admits she's been 'beloved, tested and tried' amid Orlando Bloom split Hello Magazine (September 24, 2025).
“Today’s answer is yes. I am proud of where and how I have landed in this moment. Proud of myself, proud of my fans and proud that I keep on swinging. Wrapping up the South American leg once again reminded me of what’s real. There’s no coincidence I would be doing that exactly one year from when I put out the album and played Rock In Rio in Brazil.”
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Recorded in: Katy Perry admits she's been 'beloved, tested and tried' amid Orlando Bloom split Hello Magazine (September 24, 2025).
“Through my years in the spotlight, I have been beloved, tested and tried. That’s the journey. I am blessed to know that there’s always two sides to each coin, and I learn that even when I hit tails, somehow through it all, I keep making my wishes.”
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Recorded in: Katy Perry admits she's been 'beloved, tested and tried' amid Orlando Bloom split Hello Magazine (September 24, 2025).
“My best friend once gave me a framed 19th century book called What Katy Did Next. I’ve never read it, but the title has always stuck with me. That’s the point - it’s about continuing to move forward, and dream.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry admits she's been 'beloved, tested and tried' amid Orlando Bloom split Hello Magazine (September 24, 2025).
“Whatever comes next, I’m letting it unfold naturally. No forcing, no controlling - just trusting the angels, the fans, and the music to guide me where I’m meant to go. Please know this: my love for you is unconditional, and I couldn’t do any of this without you. Excited to continue the celebration in the UK, Europe, and Asia and hey, 143 & 341. LOVE, Katy.”
Katy Perry (born 1984) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katy Perry admits she's been 'beloved, tested and tried' amid Orlando Bloom split Hello Magazine (September 24, 2025).
“I kissed a girl and I liked it, The taste of her cherry chap stick. I kissed a girl just to try it, I hope my boyfriend don't mind it. It felt so wrong, It felt so right, Don't mean I'm in love tonight. I kissed a girl and I liked it, I liked it.”
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“Dirty looks now, don't blame me.”
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“Cause when I'm with him, I am thinking of you, Thinking of you. What you would do if You were the one Who was spending the night? Oh I wish that I Was looking into your eyes.”
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“You... change your mind Like a girl... changes clothes. Yeah you... PMS Like a bitch... I would know. And you ... over think Always speak ... cryptically. I should know ... that you're no good for me!”
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“Let's go all The way tonight. No regrets, just love. We can dance, until we die, You and I, We'll be young forever.”
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“Last Friday night, Yeah we danced on tabletops. And we took too many shots, Think we kissed but I forgot.”
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“California girls, we're unforgettable, Daisy Dukes, bikinis on top. Sun-kissed skin, so hot will melt your popsicle, Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh. California girls, we're undeniable, Fine, fresh, fierce, we got it on lock. West coast represent, now put your hands up, Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.”
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“Do you ever feel like a plastic bag”
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“In another life, I would be your girl. We'd keep all our promises, Be us against the world. In another life, I would make you stay, So I don't have to say you were The one that got away, The one that got away.”
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“All this money can't buy me a time machine, no Can't replace you with a million rings, no. I should have told you what you meant to me, whoa. Cause now I pay the price.”
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“You’re so hypnotizing, Could you be the devil, could you be an angel? Your touch magnetizing, Feels like going floating, leaves my body glowing. They say be afraid, You’re not like the others, futuristic lovers. Different DNA, they don’t understand you.”
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“Are you brave enough to let me see your peacock? Don't be a chicken boy Stop acting like a beotch Imma peace out if you don't give me the payoff.”
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“Saucer of milk Table for two You wanna pet my kitty? You're such a dirty doggie.”
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“Falling from cloud nine Crashing from the high I'm letting go tonight Yeah, I'm falling from cloud nine I'm wide awake.”
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“You held me down, but I got up Already brushing off the dust. You hear my voice, you hear that sound, Like thunder, gonna shake the ground. You held me down, but I got up, Get ready cause I’ve had enough. I see it all, I see it now.”
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“If you wanna dance, if you want it all, You know that I'm the girl that you should call.”
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“So you wanna play with magic? Boy, you should know what you're falling for. Baby do you dare to do this? Cause I’m coming at you like a dark horse.”
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“You know, sometimes you can be blinded by your extreme emotions. I definitely was looking for answers, during that time when I wrote that song, and yeah, I was depressed and sad, and there were thoughts, but there were never actions, thankfully. But I wanted to share that side of my story, because I know there are so many other people out there that have gone through things like that, and you always feel like you're the only one going through that. You walk out the door, and you see someone you know, and they ask you how you are, and you just have to say you're fine when you're not really fine, but you just can't get into it because they would never understand. Well, then comes along a song that speaks to you, that makes you feel like "Gosh, I can get through this. If she can get through this, I can get through this".”
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Recorded in: As quoted in The Project (2014)