Hey Hey Hey

Katy Perry

About Hey Hey Hey

"Hey Hey Hey" is a song recorded by American singer Katy Perry for her fifth studio album Witness (2017). It was sent to Italian contemporary hit radio stations on January 12, 2018 by Universal Music Group as the album's fifth single. The song was written by Perry, Sia Furler, Sarah Hudson, Max Martin and Ali Payami, while production was handled by Martin and Payami. "Hey Hey Hey" is a rock and electronica-influenced, dark dream pop and electropop track about female empowerment. Reviewers speculated that the song was also about the 2016 United States presidential election nominees Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. Music critics gave mixed reviews of "Hey Hey Hey", with some praising it as one of the highlights of Witness, while others deemed it mediocre and called it a failed attempt at duplicating the success of Perry's older hits. It was also compared to the works of American singer Britney Spears and New Zealand recording artist Lorde. To accompany the track, a music video was uploaded onto Perry's official YouTube account on December 20, 2017. The clip was filmed by Isaac Rentz in Beverly Hills, California and is set in the 18th century and the Ancien Régime, with the singer's outfits resembling those of the last Queen of France Marie Antoinette and French heroine Joan of Arc. For further promotion, Perry gave several live performances of "Hey Hey Hey", including those during her concert tour Witness: The Tour (2017–2018) and her four-day YouTube live stream Katy Perry Live: Witness World Wide (2017). Commercially, the song appeared on charts in Czech Republic, New Zealand and Sweden. 


Year:
2017
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A big beautiful brain with a pretty face, yeah
A babydoll with a briefcase, yeah
A hot little hurricane, ha
'Cause I'm feminine and soft, but I'm still a boss, yeah
Red lipstick but still so raw, yeah
Marilyn Monroe in a monster truck

'Cause I can be zen, and I can be the storm, yeah
Smell like a rose, and I pierce like a thorn, yeah
Karate chopping the clichés and norms all in a dress

Hey, hey, hey
You think that I'm a little baby
You think that I am fragile like a Fabergé
You think that I am cracking, but you can't break me
No, no way
No, no way
No, no way
You think that I am cracking, but you can't break me (break me)

Yeah, I bounce back like a pro 'cause I'm so resilient
L-o-l at all your limits
Keep your penny thoughts, I'm making a mint

'Cause I can be zen, and I can be the storm, yeah
Smell like a rose, and I pierce like a thorn, yeah
Karate chopping the clichés and norms all in a dress

Hey, hey, hey
You think that I'm a little baby
You think that I am fragile like a Fabergé
You think that I am cracking, but you can't break me
No, no way
No, no way
No, no way
You think that I am cracking, but you can't break me (break me)

I ain't got no strings (no strings, no strings, no strings)
I'm no one's little puppet
Got my own cha ching in my chubby little wallet
And secretly you love it (you fucking love it)
And secretly you love it

Hey, hey, hey
You think that I'm a little baby
You think that I am fragile like a Fabergé
You think that I am cracking, but you can't break me
No
Hey, hey, hey
You think that I'm a little baby
You think that I am fragile like a Fabergé
You think that I am cracking, but you can't break me
No, no way (no)
No, no way (no way)
No, no way (uh-uh)
Oh, you think that I am cracking, but you can't break me

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Katy Perry

Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson (born October 25, 1984), known by her stage name Katy Perry, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Perry was born and raised in Santa Barbara, California around the influence of goth music. more »

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Written by: ALI PAYAMI, KATY PERRY, MAX MARTIN, SARAH HUDSON, SIA FURLER

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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13 facts about this song

Song Release Context
"Hey Hey Hey" was released as a promotional track from Katy Perry's fifth studio album, "Witness," in June 2017.
Music Video Production
The music video was directed by Isaac Rentz and it was released on December 20, 2017.
Inspiration
Perry has stated that the song was written as an anthem for women who are strong and fierce, despite not fitting society's standards of femininity.
Length & Genre
The song runs for a total of 3 minutes and 34 seconds, showcasing Perry's pop style with elements of electronic music.
Collaboration
The track was co-written by Katy Perry along with the iconic pop song producers Max Martin, Sia Furler, Ali Payami, and Sarah Hudson.
Song Structure
"Hey Hey Hey" has an unconventional song structure, blending pop hooks with glitchy electronica elements, contributing to its unique sound.
Chart Performance
Although not officially released as a single, the track entered the Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart at No. 22.
Music Video Imagery
In the music video, Perry plays two characters - a submissive 18th-century woman and a sharp, fierce Joan of Arc-inspired warrior, to stress the song's empowering message.
Music Video Guest Appearance
The video also features a cameo by the model and actor, Richie Leone.
Song's Message
The song's lyrics encourage women to be multi-dimensional, urging them not to just conform to society's expectations.
Critical Reception
The song gathered mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its empowering message and catchy hooks, others found the lyrics cliche.
Live Performance
Perry has performed "Hey Hey Hey" live during her Witness: The Tour (2017-2018) and KAABOO Del Mar Festival (2018).
Album's Success
Despite the mixed reviews, the album "Witness" (which includes "Hey Hey Hey") debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.

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