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Katy Perry Gets Emotional During Mexico City Concert
Pop star Katy Perry shared a touching moment with fans during her recent Mexico City concert amid ongoing criticism surrounding her recent space flight.
During her April 25th performance, the second night of her Lifetimes Tour, Perry became visibly emotional while performing the Teenage Dream ballad “Pearl.” As the crowd sang along, the singer, 40, choked back tears while delivering the poignant lyrics: “But I woke up and grew strong / And I can still go on / And no one can take my pearl.” With outstretched arms, Perry appeared to draw strength from the supportive audience, their cell phones illuminating the arena.
The heartfelt moment resonated with many fans, who praised Perry’s resilience online. Some attributed the display of emotion to the recent wave of negativity directed at the singer. However, others pointed out that the criticism stemmed from Perry’s own choices, urging her to reconnect with the persona that initially endeared her to fans.
The “Firework” singer had addressed the criticism earlier in the week during her tour’s opening night. She invited two fans dressed in spacesuits on stage, a playful nod to her recent Blue Origin flight, and asked the audience, “Has anyone ever called your dreams crazy?”
Perry’s participation in the all-female Blue Origin space flight earlier this month drew considerable criticism. Critics argued that space tourism is environmentally harmful and a frivolous pursuit for the ultra-wealthy.