Katy Perry Unveils ‘Smile‘ Album Tracklist, Teams Up With Kimbra for ‘Teary Eyes‘

Pop star Katy Perry has finally released the tracklist for her upcoming album ‘Smile‘, set to drop on August 14th. The album will feature 12 tracks, including her previously released singles ‘Daisies’, ‘Smile‘, and ‘Never Really Over’.

Tracklist Includes Collaborations With Kimbra and 21 Savage

The tracklist reveals that the album will include collaborations with New Zealand singer-songwriter Kimbra on the track ‘Teary Eyes‘, and Atlanta rapper 21 Savage on ‘Jihad‘. Other notable tracks include ‘Champagne Problems’, ‘Resilient’, and ‘Not the End of the World’.

‘Teary Eyes‘ Music Video Features Katy Perry and Kimbra

The music video for ‘Teary Eyes‘, featuring Kimbra, was released on July 24th. The video showcases both singers performing the song in a retro-themed setting, complete with vintage cars and colorful costumes. The song itself is an upbeat pop anthem about overcoming heartbreak.

‘Lifetimes‘ Video Released Alongside Album Announcement

Along with the album announcement, Katy Perry also released the music video for her new single ‘Lifetimes‘. The video features the singer performing the song in a surreal, dreamlike setting, surrounded by dancers and colorful backdrops. ‘Lifetimes‘ is a slow-burning ballad about finding love and acceptance.

21 Savage Collaboration ‘Jihad‘ Raises Eyebrows

The inclusion of 21 Savage on the track ‘Jihad‘ has raised some eyebrows among fans, given the rapper’s previous legal troubles and controversy surrounding his lyrics. However, the collaboration is seen as a step towards redemption for the rapper, who has been working to revamp his image in recent years.

‘Smile‘ Album to Follow Up 2017’s ‘Witness‘

‘Smile‘ will be Katy Perry‘s fifth studio album, following up her 2017 release ‘Witness‘. The album has been highly anticipated by fans, who have been eagerly awaiting new music from the pop star since her last release.

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