"Witness" marked a noticeable stylistic shift for Katy Perry, moving away from the bright, maximalist pop of her previous work towards a more experimental, mature sound that divided critics and fans.
- The album was co-written and produced by a wide array of collaborators including Max Martin, Shellback, Jeff Bhasker, and Oscar Holter.
- "Witness" debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart, though it did not achieve the same level of commercial success as Perry's prior albums.
- The lead single, "Chained to the Rhythm" featuring Skip Marley, was released in February 2017 and served as the first indication of the album's new direction.
Katy Perry is an American singer-songwriter known for her flamboyant and colorful image, and for crafting catchy pop anthems. In 2017, she was a globally recognized pop superstar at the height of her commercial success.
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