The singer isn’t pretending to have revolutionised her artistic direction, her formula remains largely unchanged in both visual and musical terms. Smile is tailored for the radio waves and, while we can knock the simplicity of its lyrics, the very synthetic and often meticulous production transforms some tracks into powerful dance hits (Teary Eyes) and even gives us some unexpected disco grooves (Smile, Champagne Problems).
Katy Perry - Teary Eyes (Behind The Smile)
KatyPerryVEVOThe refreshing R&B on Harleys in Hawaii and its more intimate production stand out on this very (or overly?) energetic album that the singer explains was conceived during her darkest times.
Katy Perry - Harleys In Hawaii (Official)
KatyPerryVEVOOccasionally, the sweet, colourful pop sounds almost ironic when considering the subjects Katy Perry discusses. A Smile or forced laughter?