Katy Perry illuminated the second weekend of Brazil’s Rock in Rio 2024 with the official unveiling of her highly anticipated album 143 during a dynamic performance on September 20 at the festival’s iconic Palco Mundo (Main Stage).
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It marked the third time the pop star has graced the stage at Rock in Rio—twice for the Brazil edition and once in Lisbon. Her recent main stage performance showcased a new setlist and custom-designed visuals, captivating over 100,000 festival attendees.
Adding to the excitement of the album launch, the “Woman’s World” singer surprised fans by inviting pop legend Cyndi Lauper for a powerful duet of the icon’s 1984 hit, “Time After Time.”
“I want to sing one of my favorite songs, it means so much to me, especially in Brazil,” Perry expressed to the crowd as she welcomed Lauper on stage.
“I want to be just like you when I grow up, exactly like you,” Perry praised the “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” singer. “You are incredible, so connective, full of life, and energy.”
Rock in Rio’s CEO, Luis Justo, emphasized the significance of Perry choosing the festival for the album launch, stating, “A global launch by an artist like Katy Perry is a rare opportunity. We not only have the trust of the audience, who show up in large numbers, but also of the artists who consider Rock in Rio the best place to connect with their fans and provide them with a premium experience.”
The festivities commenced earlier in the week, with Perry hosting an exclusive listening session of her new album backstage at Cidade do Rock on September 18. A select group of Brazilian fans had the privilege of hearing 143 in its entirety before its official release, with the singer personally engaging with the guests.
Featuring headliners like Ed Sheeran, Travis Scott, Mariah Carey, and more, Rock in Rio 2024 stands out as one of the most popular festivals on the global music calendar. Perry’s high-energy performance and surprise duet with Lauper undoubtedly left a lasting impression on attendees.
Lauper’s iconic track “Time After Time,” co-written by Lauper and Rob Hyman, achieved chart-topping success as the second single from her debut album, She’s So Unusual. This year marked the 40th anniversary of the song reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1984.
Prior to that milestone, Lauper’s debut single, “Girls Just Want to Have Fun,” peaked at No. 2 in March 1984, narrowly missing the top spot to Van Halen’s “Jump.” However, “Time After Time” eventually claimed the No. 1 position, surpassing Deniece Williams’ “Let’s Hear It for the Boy” and reigning for two weeks before being replaced by Duran Duran’s “The Reflex.”
Stream Katy Perry’s album 143 below.
FAQs
Q: How many times has Katy Perry performed at Rock in Rio?
A: Katy Perry has performed at Rock in Rio three times, twice for the Brazil edition and once in Lisbon.
Q: What was the significance of Katy Perry choosing Rock in Rio for her album launch?
A: Rock in Rio’s CEO highlighted the rare opportunity of a global album launch by an artist like Katy Perry, emphasizing the trust of the audience and the premium experience provided to fans and artists.
Q: Which iconic song did Katy Perry and Cyndi Lauper perform together at Rock in Rio?
A: Katy Perry and Cyndi Lauper performed a powerful duet of Cyndi Lauper’s 1984 hit, “Time After Time,” surprising and delighting fans at the festival.
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