Katy Perry has responded to recent waves of public criticism by calling herself a 'human piñata' while emphasizing her emotional resilience. The pop star faces multiple controversies affecting her career trajectory.

Perry's latest album '143' has struggled commercially, failing to chart on the Billboard Hot 100. The album's collaboration with producer Dr. Luke, who faced sexual abuse allegations from Kesha, sparked significant fan backlash despite his denials and lack of criminal charges.

The singer's recent Blue Origin space flight drew criticism for overshadowing the achievements of fellow passengers Aisha Bowe (former NASA rocket scientist) and Amanda Nguyen (bioastronautics research scientist). A viral photo of Perry kissing the ground post-flight prompted social media reactions, including Wendy's tweet: "I kissed the ground and I liked it."

Further controversy emerged from Perry's Lifetimes Tour in Mexico City, where videos of her choreography went viral for unexpected reasons. Viewers widely criticized her performance quality, comparing it unfavorably to theme park shows.

Addressing the negative attention, Perry shared a message of self-awareness and healing:

"Please know I am okay, I have done a lot of work around knowing who I am, what is real and what is important to me. When the 'online' world tries to make me a human piñata, I take it with grace and send them love, cause I know so many people are hurting in many ways and the internet is very much so a dumping ground for unhinged and unhealed."

She also referenced her therapist's advice: "No one can make you believe something about yourself that you don't already believe about yourself."

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