I think we can all agree that Katy Perry’s hit song “Firework” is a classic at this point—it’s on every 2000’s throwback playlist and everyone at any given party knows the words. It’s the definition of a fan favorite. But would it still be a favorite if everyone knew the real meaning behind it? A video of Katy explaining what “Firework” really means in 2010 has resurfaced, and all of her fans are freaking out.
“Firework” is a song on Katy Perry’s album Teenage Dream. It was released on oct. 26th, 2010 as the album’s third single, and it was #1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 list. So, safe to say it’s a very successful song. But what does it really mean? Keep reading for more information.
The Dark Meaning Behind Katy Perry's 'Firework'
Katy Perry revealed in a 2010 interview with Billboard that while the song seems to be about perseverance and self-confidence, it's actually about her own personal final wish. "Basically, I have this very morbid idea," Katy explained. "When I pass, I want to be put into a firework and shot across the sky over the Santa Barbara Ocean as my last hurrah. I want to be a firework, both living and dead."
So when Katy belts out:
"'Cause baby, you're a firework / Come on, show 'em what you're worth /Make 'em go, 'Oh, oh, oh' / As you shoot across the sky / Baby, you're a firework / Come on, let your colors burst / Make 'em go, 'oh, oh, oh' / You're gonna leave 'em all in awe, awe, awe!"
She's actually talking about herself, dead, being made into a firework and shot across the sky. Um, weird vibes, Katy.
She explained that she got the idea from a past boyfriend: "My boyfriend showed me a paragraph out of Jack Kerouac's book On the Road about people who are buzzing and fizzing and full of life and never say a common-place thing," she shared. "They shoot across the sky like a firework and make people go, 'Ahhh.' I guess that making people go 'ahhh' is kind of like my motto."
Fans Are Shocked At The Real Meaning Behind 'Firework'
Fans have taken to social media to share their thoughts on learning what "Firework" really means. "Is that for real?" one person asked.
"This is so random I love it," another person wrote.
"Honestly that's on brand for Katy Perry," said another fan.
"That is simply wild," another person commented.
"I refuse to believe that!" said another fan. "Sticking with the message of self confidence and embracing everyone's differences!"
"Wow," said a final fan. "I love Katy Perry she stays wild."
