I’m a punk rock dude who struggles with addiction issues. Recently my gf left me because of my drinking. This song keeps coming on my Spotify which is weird because I don’t listen to Katy Perry. While we were together I always wondered why she let my addiction keep coming between us but because of this song and the things she said to me I’m really starting to get it. She told me “I always thought you’d be the person who would never hurt me” I’m convinced that sober me never would. I guess all I can say is I’m truly sorry that I’m still drinking. I lost a really great girl to my habits and I can never get her back. Edit: I posted this 2 years ago. I thought I was hopeless and would never get past my addiction. I had accepted that I was just gonna die from this. Luckily I found the program of AA and I’ve been recovering. I have decided that I’m never going to drink or drug again. It’s absolutely imperative that I don’t. I am finding the true meaning of love, happiness, serenity and learning how to cope with life. I never thought I’d be able to recover but I am. I’m so blessed for the life I’m living today.
Jacob Aten Hey man. You’re feeling bad right now but it’ll get better. I encourage you to seek some help for your drinking and become the best version of you. It’s a long and hard process but I believe in you. You can do it man.
@@berealsupportive2744 I understand your sentiment but telling an alcoholic just not to drink is not helpful. If I could just not drink I would’ve done it long ago before she left. I understand that capitalism and the government profits off of addicts through the prison industrial complex and through alcohol and cigarette sales but that doesn’t make me some sort of government pawn. I’m a human being with an illness that goes beyond just not buying alcohol. I fully appreciate the support and am beyond grateful to everyone who has shown me kindness through this time. I will get better someday because I absolutely refuse to let myself die this way and you’re right, I refuse to let myself die in a way that would benefit the government in any form. So thank you but be mindful that addiction is an illness that requires years of constant therapy and hard work and just saying “don’t drink” comes off as insensitive even if you didn’t mean it in that way. Thank you again I appreciate your support.
@@berealsupportive2744 unfortunately in addiction, it isn't as simple as "stop buying it." Addiction is a compulsive thing. Someone who's an alcoholic might not even like drinking anymore but their sensory systems, and the way their brains become wired over the course of addiction, are constantly firing off telling them they need the alcohol. They obsess over it. Same with drug addicts. Back when I was using, my brain constantly told me I needed the drugs. My self-esteem told me I wasn't good enough to be loved sober and I didn't deserve it. Towards the end of my active addiction, I HATED using drugs. I hated myself. I hated the feelings. But I couldn't stop. Fear of change, fear of cutting out the people I had considered friends at that time (because bad friends were better than no friends to me at the time) and being alone and fear of feeling all the emotions I was trying to escape again all led me to keep using. Unfortunately, some people get the low self-esteem I described and commit suicide because they believe they can never be a better person and that they aren't worthy of recovery and love. All these emotions and all the fear and just the obsessive-compulsive nature of addiction make it so much harder than "don't drink." I do know you mean well though and so that's why I've explained this here.
@@Jacob-pd2dd hey man, I've been where you're at right now, although my substance was meth/heroin back when I was using. I know it's hard to get clean. I know it's scary. I know the fear, the doubt, the lack of self-worth you feel. I just want you to know that you are worthy of a better life. That you are worth love, happiness and joy. I know it's hard to walk away from something you've been using so long but you can do it when you're ready. And if you ever do want to quit and need someone to talk to, please know you can message me (just comment on here and I'll give you my other social media account you can message). I've been clean for 6 years but I also started at day 1 and know how terrifying getting sober can feel. You got more strength than you give yourself credit for and you deserve a life that doesn't revolve around alcohol ❤
My cousin is an alcoholic and it's to the point where his brain is literally fried. He was so intelligent and hes 40. It's really hard but u know yourself and if certain things trigger you try to avoid those things. Get closer to people who love you and apart yourself from those who are a bad influence. Like try not to go to the stores or look at that section. Save yourself.
If there's one thing I really appreciate about this song over a lot of other breakup songs I've heard it's that this song is so direct. There is no ambiguity as to why this person left, nor any doubt in my mind that they were right to do so. This blunt honesty is so refreshing, compared to things like, say, "Stronger" which comes across as more provoking than explanatory.
I just discovered this song from Trav’s interview with no jumper !! I love it! I see nothing wrong with this. She wasn’t staying around for a guy that refuses to get help.
+Vivian Mills lol, are you giving a shout out to all those crack head couples that met because one was willing to share... who the fuck needs that two people eating the same spaghetti noodle. Two people sharing a bong is way more romantic.
Bethany Claire honestly any issue as a couple should be solved worked on as a couple the struggle is real people break and look for so called escapes which is due to trauma stress depressed and people whom are in pain mentally or physically that person should always receive closure and make sure his/her head is on straight and won't lose control as they battle it shall not worsen as Ur with that person nor should u allow h to do so by simply make positive interesting events that'll catch their interest to always be away from that drug n stop using since the feeling of happiness is completed once positively active and with their lover they will b away from as u should never pass judgement tho speak Ur mind and let the drug be known and show interesting even educational videos on those drugs n users n people who order dose will give them a proper heads up without passing judgement as never go along with the drug as both will get addicted and be stuck in a stage that's frozen I love Travie and was offended when I heard this she said she's leaving him while he's struggling with an addiction that can possibly kill him as Ur singing about it like hes in his right mind when he's not her putting him on blast is childish and disrespectful for her to do I love her music but not her sorry I dislike this song tho I love other songs from her I don't like how she is disloyal she to her man by quickly stepping writing and ratting and b like f u fuck her
@Stephen Brown So u feel the need to say something that makes no sense to even say period plus ur opinion isnt needed nor wanted on others go give opinions to this video and facts behind this content instead of shaming somebody go shame ur bored self go write some songs not judge somebody's quick writing 4years ago hope u feel special for replying I'm sure u know ur just being an asshole in 2021 that's ok God Sees u
This is one of her strongest songs. Though I've never dealt with a drug addict, the theme of betrayal is what makes me relate to it. I once had to give my trust to someone older than me. After three months, he betrayed my trust and verbally harassed me every day. He basically became a huge jerk and circled the drain. I eventually stood up to him and finally got some well-deserved independence. To this day, I'm STILL very angry at him. Listening to this song when I'm mad at him gives me a release. If ANYONE is in that kind of situation, don't stay and watch them circle the drain!
Its about Travis McCoy. 1. Pretty sure she and Russell were still happy when this album came out. 2. She talks abut him needing drugs to 'write your rhymes'.
Partly about her ex Johnny Lewis and his massacre / suicide. www.google.com/amp/s/www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/katy-perry-devastated-over-johnny-lewis-death-2012279/amp/
Man can I relate to this song. It's never being fun with someone who's addicted to partying because they'll always choose it over you and you're always in second place. I really did feel more like a mother than a girlfriend. (Thank the gods we broke up of course.) Great song.
Damn, I’ve heard of this song but never actually listened to it. I was actively addicted to opioid painkillers for almost five years - it’s not easy, and it’s equally hard on your partner/ spouse. Mine helped me find the motivation to find sobriety, but it’s not the case for everyone. Good on Katy for getting herself out of a toxic situation at the time.
To anyone saying that Katy should've stayed by a a man dealing with addiction is absolutely insane. The person addicted has to learn to how to help themselves. There's nothing a partner can do. You cannot blame someone for wanting to get out of a toxic relationship and vicious cycle.
She also broke up with him when her star started to rise. Travis McCoy was way more successful than Katy was when they started dating. I think that when she realized that she didn't need him anymore, she needed to make an excuse for why she was dumping him. I think she used him for her career, so she tried to vilify him for struggling with an addiction. That's incredibly insensitive. Also, since he's an artist, as well, she didn't have to put him out there like this. This could have ended his career. I also wanted to point out that she dated and later married Russell Brand shortly after, who is well known for having overcome several addictions, including drugs and alcohol. When they were together she would try to get him to party in clubs, where there was the very same alcohol that he was trying to avoid and he wasn't ok with partying, understandably. As a former girlfriend of a drug addict that she claimed to have broken up with, due to his addiction, shouldn't she have known better? Sorry, but I call bullshit.
peanutjelly Wow... Well she seems to be better now. I would understand her using guys to rise to fame, which star doesn't do that, but she seems content being alone at this moment.
Guys, who cares of this song was about one specific person. There's a message for everyone in the song. DRUGS ARE BAD, DONT DO THEM IN THE FIRST PLACE.
Needed to hear this right now. Sick of feeling like there’s something wrong with me. There’s something wrong with them and I can’t hurt myself for them anymore.
In 2011 I was in Hawaii on my one year anniversary with my ex husband. That was the first time I heard this song. I remember how much I related then. I watched him "circle the drain" for years after that. We are divorced now, but my child and I are still dealing with his abuse to this day.
johnny was such a comic. im real sorry for your loss katy. i can def relate. addiction is tough to kick and im glad you made this song as rock song for him and the one that got away makes me tear up every time.. i love you doll! keep up owning the world with your talent and feminine leadership! you are Perry amazing lol true story💯❤
Also, for all you people saying, why'd Katy write about her personal life, let me say this, songwriters are inspired but the joys and struggles of life. They write about how they feel and what they've been through. This is probably just her way of getting her anger out without going on a rampage. That's the best thing about songwriting, that you can get your feelings out. She's just venting about her breakup.
People commenting about how harsh this song is. They should learn to keep their mouths shut, they don't know the full story so you can't make an input. Just enjoy the song.
From the lyrics in the song it looks like she tried all she could to help him. You can't be saved unless you want to be saved, and at the time it looks like Travie didn't want any saving. I'm sure she did love him, but she can't sit there and wash away her life watching this man hurt himself knowing she can't do a thing about it. She had to think of her own happiness as well.
Just about every song written is about someone or some situation. Katy isn't weak for leaving that travie guy. She is a woman that knows what she wants. Travie wasn't it and also for addicts you have to want to help yourself before anyone else can help you. She was wise to get out when she did instead of staying with him and allowing him to drag her down or possibly ending up like Rhianna with her face bashed in. I don't think anyone should ever stay in a situation they're not comfortable with. The song also shows her anger and disappointment. Katy most likely tried to help travie but it just didn't work out and now she's singing about how she's not going to stay. Enough was enough.
I know how she feels in this kind of situation becuz I was with a pill popper for 8 yrs and he was vary controlling but also was a kid at the same time I love this song
regardless of how bad it really was and he owns up to that, when u love someone u shouldnt just shit on them on a record when it wasnt like he really ment to, addiction is a disease and it takes over and honestly they arent in their right mind but if it wasnt for the break up he wouldnt have finally took a look in the mirror and got the help he needed but she def. didnt need to put it on a song after he had already gotten clean or was in the process of doing so. She got hurt and he was already hurting for a long time it so it was a messed up situation.
I agree, she didn't have to broadcast it, but she's not the first and she wont be the last. From the beginning of time, life experiences and feelings from them have inspired people to share their experiences with others in someway, be it by: song, poem, painting etc. Katy's song can be viewed in many ways really. It can be seen as though shes just looking for her next big hit, revenge for hurting her or even a message to others in similar situations to help them. So, really there is no right or wrong to this. Katy holds the right to write about or broadcast whatever she feels, but at the same time it is morally wrong. Another thing... if she had to go to counseling after her relationship with Travie.. I'm sure she was advised to try writing about her feelings as a form of therapy... So maybe this was therapeutic for her.Writing, sing... etc.. its whatever really. I'm sorry I kind of lost interest in all this.
Lol I had just recently sat down and listened to GCH again and watched the behind the music and heard about the song so I came here to listen. And u r very right it could've been therapeutic but thank goodness it didn't hinder a human being getting well from addiction ya know BC he was in love with her so that could've been another pit fall but it wasn't and she has a right to release her anger and hurt ur very right it was just kinda hard to listen to a song like this BC I have family battling with addiction and I myself have said hurtful things to them but I know in the end trying to sugar coat really isn't the beat thing but neither is just babbling my incoherant hurt either u know.
You're right again, you're babbling isn't the best thing for them but it's good for you. You shouldn't hold all of those negative feelings inside. It's bad for your health just like their addiction. So, its better out than in. Hence, the advice to try expressing ones feelings with talking and etc. But remember, what you're saying to them is mostly hurtful to them because what you're saying is most likely the truth. The truth hurts, especially when one doesn't want to be faced with it. So, make sure that you take care of yourself, first and foremost. But, I guess you can try to be tactful with the way you say things.
Emma P. Last friday night?? And in Hot n Cold, "bitch" is not really considered swearing nowadays...this is the only song where she swears and it actually expresses direct anger more than just whining about the situation. So it suits it.
Being married to an addict/Alcoholic. I can totally relate, it's definitely best to get out and not get freaking MARRIED and stick around 7 yrs, like I did.
This song is very powerful with and with the brutally honest lyrics you can hear her pain while she sings. I can relate: I had a friend who not only was a sociopath,but an undercover junkie with an alcohol and drug habit. This should've been a single because to me it's the ultimate wake up call
Staying isn't what anyone's suggested but having the integrity to not make a song about someone else's trauma without them knowing is what's messed up.
Guys let me just say it is about Travis. Because she said in a interview once that she wanted to have a comeback song for him because all the lyrics are true about him. He did just get wasted because of those pills. And it's not about the Russell Brand. On the Teenage Dream album or the Complete Confection album (which has all the songs) peacock, the one that got away, E.T hummingbird heartbeat, not like the movies, who am I living for, pearl, wide awake, part of me, is about Russell Brand. There
Katy Cat Search up John Frank. He's some dude claiming over 40 songs of Katy's are about him because they were secretly married in 2007😤 He is lying but seriously it's Nnoying
You know I was the other side of this song, I’m the one who fucked up and lost the love of my life. It kills me every single day, knowing that I found the most perfect girl I’ll ever find, but knowing that I’ll never be with her again. If I could take it all back I would, but now it’s too late and she’s gone. However I can honestly say that it was for the best, If she had stayed with me I would only have dragged her down. It was only when I lost her that I started to turn my life around. But it was too late.
Not to say that I’m addicted to anything, but to be honest listening to this song has always kept me motivated to do well in my studies and at work and put drugs behind my responsibilities to live a satisfying life in the future.
I’m a punk rock dude who struggles with addiction issues. Recently my gf left me because of my drinking. This song keeps coming on my Spotify which is weird because I don’t listen to Katy Perry. While we were together I always wondered why she let my addiction keep coming between us but because of this song and the things she said to me I’m really starting to get it. She told me “I always thought you’d be the person who would never hurt me” I’m convinced that sober me never would. I guess all I can say is I’m truly sorry that I’m still drinking. I lost a really great girl to my habits and I can never get her back.
Edit:
I posted this 2 years ago. I thought I was hopeless and would never get past my addiction. I had accepted that I was just gonna die from this. Luckily I found the program of AA and I’ve been recovering. I have decided that I’m never going to drink or drug again. It’s absolutely imperative that I don’t. I am finding the true meaning of love, happiness, serenity and learning how to cope with life. I never thought I’d be able to recover but I am. I’m so blessed for the life I’m living today.
Jacob Aten Hey man. You’re feeling bad right now but it’ll get better. I encourage you to seek some help for your drinking and become the best version of you. It’s a long and hard process but I believe in you. You can do it man.
@@berealsupportive2744 I understand your sentiment but telling an alcoholic just not to drink is not helpful. If I could just not drink I would’ve done it long ago before she left. I understand that capitalism and the government profits off of addicts through the prison industrial complex and through alcohol and cigarette sales but that doesn’t make me some sort of government pawn. I’m a human being with an illness that goes beyond just not buying alcohol. I fully appreciate the support and am beyond grateful to everyone who has shown me kindness through this time. I will get better someday because I absolutely refuse to let myself die this way and you’re right, I refuse to let myself die in a way that would benefit the government in any form. So thank you but be mindful that addiction is an illness that requires years of constant therapy and hard work and just saying “don’t drink” comes off as insensitive even if you didn’t mean it in that way. Thank you again I appreciate your support.
@@berealsupportive2744 unfortunately in addiction, it isn't as simple as "stop buying it." Addiction is a compulsive thing. Someone who's an alcoholic might not even like drinking anymore but their sensory systems, and the way their brains become wired over the course of addiction, are constantly firing off telling them they need the alcohol. They obsess over it. Same with drug addicts. Back when I was using, my brain constantly told me I needed the drugs. My self-esteem told me I wasn't good enough to be loved sober and I didn't deserve it. Towards the end of my active addiction, I HATED using drugs. I hated myself. I hated the feelings. But I couldn't stop. Fear of change, fear of cutting out the people I had considered friends at that time (because bad friends were better than no friends to me at the time) and being alone and fear of feeling all the emotions I was trying to escape again all led me to keep using. Unfortunately, some people get the low self-esteem I described and commit suicide because they believe they can never be a better person and that they aren't worthy of recovery and love. All these emotions and all the fear and just the obsessive-compulsive nature of addiction make it so much harder than "don't drink." I do know you mean well though and so that's why I've explained this here.
@@Jacob-pd2dd hey man, I've been where you're at right now, although my substance was meth/heroin back when I was using. I know it's hard to get clean. I know it's scary. I know the fear, the doubt, the lack of self-worth you feel. I just want you to know that you are worthy of a better life. That you are worth love, happiness and joy. I know it's hard to walk away from something you've been using so long but you can do it when you're ready. And if you ever do want to quit and need someone to talk to, please know you can message me (just comment on here and I'll give you my other social media account you can message). I've been clean for 6 years but I also started at day 1 and know how terrifying getting sober can feel. You got more strength than you give yourself credit for and you deserve a life that doesn't revolve around alcohol ❤
My cousin is an alcoholic and it's to the point where his brain is literally fried. He was so intelligent and hes 40. It's really hard but u know yourself and if certain things trigger you try to avoid those things. Get closer to people who love you and apart yourself from those who are a bad influence. Like try not to go to the stores or look at that section. Save yourself.
This song is so BADASS!!! Love that she expresses her anger directly going straight to the point ..and not just whining about the situation.
Best part about the song.
She made a song about a man’s problems and then capitalized off it. That’s very wrong
@@michaelcarey9567 then you must have a problem with each and every songwriter in the world.
Is it about Russel Brand?
@@davetarrant1672 I would also like to know that also.. It was the first person I thought of when I heard the lyrics to this song.
If there's one thing I really appreciate about this song over a lot of other breakup songs I've heard it's that this song is so direct. There is no ambiguity as to why this person left, nor any doubt in my mind that they were right to do so. This blunt honesty is so refreshing, compared to things like, say, "Stronger" which comes across as more provoking than explanatory.
YamiShadow Kitty 100% agree.
YamiShadow Kitty agreed
YamiShadow Kitty stronger by?
Is that stronger by Britney Spears or someone recent?
Poor Travie.
This song saved me, thought I was saving someone who was slowly killing me...
U okay hun?
@@restofourdaus9950 walking on sunshine now! thanks for asking :)
@@Hgirl6 i'm glad than.
Good for you for getting out of that!
This song is actually very raw and real lyrically. I'm sure many can relate. You can't really make someone quit, they have to want it.
:'( fr
Used to love this song when I was like 13 and I asked my mom what foreplay meant...
+Catherine Miner lmao
did she tell you when you asked?
Yo same except I was 11
Omg same
I'm 12, and know what that is. 😂
i think Katy should make more songs like this.
Good Song
It was about travie mccoy, maybe if the current one does the same he did maybe she Will lol
Yess
Qaqqq
Hell yeah
the most underrated of all her songs
I just discovered this song from Trav’s interview with no jumper !! I love it! I see nothing wrong with this. She wasn’t staying around for a guy that refuses to get help.
he said he got help multiple times. addiction isn't something that you just get over.
“Had the world in the palm of your hands but you fucking choked.” 🌎✋🏻 My favorite lyric line in this.
So sad that drugs tear people/relationships apart.
+Bethany Claire They don't always tear people/relationships apart. Sometimes they build relationships. :)
+Vivian Mills lol, are you giving a shout out to all those crack head couples that met because one was willing to share... who the fuck needs that two people eating the same spaghetti noodle. Two people sharing a bong is way more romantic.
Bethany Claire honestly any issue as a couple should be solved worked on as a couple the struggle is real people break and look for so called escapes which is due to trauma stress depressed and people whom are in pain mentally or physically that person should always receive closure and make sure his/her head is on straight and won't lose control as they battle it shall not worsen as Ur with that person nor should u allow h to do so by simply make positive interesting events that'll catch their interest to always be away from that drug n stop using since the feeling of happiness is completed once positively active and with their lover they will b away from as u should never pass judgement tho speak Ur mind and let the drug be known and show interesting even educational videos on those drugs n users n people who order dose will give them a proper heads up without passing judgement as never go along with the drug as both will get addicted and be stuck in a stage that's frozen I love Travie and was offended when I heard this she said she's leaving him while he's struggling with an addiction that can possibly kill him as Ur singing about it like hes in his right mind when he's not her putting him on blast is childish and disrespectful for her to do I love her music but not her sorry I dislike this song tho I love other songs from her I don't like how she is disloyal she to her man by quickly stepping writing and ratting and b like f u fuck her
And alcohol.
@Stephen Brown So u feel the need to say something that makes no sense to even say period plus ur opinion isnt needed nor wanted on others go give opinions to this video and facts behind this content instead of shaming somebody go shame ur bored self go write some songs not judge somebody's quick writing 4years ago hope u feel special for replying I'm sure u know ur just being an asshole in 2021 that's ok God Sees u
This is one of her strongest songs. Though I've never dealt with a drug addict, the theme of betrayal is what makes me relate to it. I once had to give my trust to someone older than me. After three months, he betrayed my trust and verbally harassed me every day. He basically became a huge jerk and circled the drain. I eventually stood up to him and finally got some well-deserved independence. To this day, I'm STILL very angry at him. Listening to this song when I'm mad at him gives me a release. If ANYONE is in that kind of situation, don't stay and watch them circle the drain!
Its about Travis McCoy.
1. Pretty sure she and Russell were still happy when this album came out.
2. She talks abut him needing drugs to 'write your rhymes'.
but you choked....Cupid’s chokehold???🤔
It’s about Johnny Lewis she admitted that this and several others of her songs like “the one that got away” were about Johnny
Partly about her ex Johnny Lewis and his massacre / suicide.
www.google.com/amp/s/www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/katy-perry-devastated-over-johnny-lewis-death-2012279/amp/
@@FairestofJust watched an interview 30 seconds before i searched for this track its 100% about travis from gym class hero's
Man can I relate to this song. It's never being fun with someone who's addicted to partying because they'll always choose it over you and you're always in second place. I really did feel more like a mother than a girlfriend. (Thank the gods we broke up of course.) Great song.
CM Addams I can really relate to this right now my ex that I just got away from was never sober and it really took a toll on me
Damn, I’ve heard of this song but never actually listened to it. I was actively addicted to opioid painkillers for almost five years - it’s not easy, and it’s equally hard on your partner/ spouse.
Mine helped me find the motivation to find sobriety, but it’s not the case for everyone. Good on Katy for getting herself out of a toxic situation at the time.
Her music like this, "Who Am I Living For?" And, "Wide Awake", are her best kind of music, tbh.
I remember being 16 listening to this song all the time, I’m 26 now & I’m still in love with this song❤️
It's a COMPLETE BOP😍😍😍
@@aladynamedSusan these comments remind me of what Kurt Cobain said in “in bloom” y’all are hopeless
@@abeltherosegod lol idk maybe🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I dated a alcoholic.. I relate to this song SOOO MUCH!
Nunu Bell fr 😭
You people are mostly adults
I LOVE this song !!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish that they had made a video for this song !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm really glad they didn't :c it'd be sad
I love this song
Yeah
eric pepin same
Me too
She sounds like she was pissed his ass couldn’t get his shit together and could’ve been a power couple
To anyone saying that Katy should've stayed by a a man dealing with addiction is absolutely insane. The person addicted has to learn to how to help themselves. There's nothing a partner can do. You cannot blame someone for wanting to get out of a toxic relationship and vicious cycle.
Dee Lee exactly!! 👏
She also broke up with him when her star started to rise. Travis McCoy was way more successful than Katy was when they started dating. I think that when she realized that she didn't need him anymore, she needed to make an excuse for why she was dumping him. I think she used him for her career, so she tried to vilify him for struggling with an addiction. That's incredibly insensitive. Also, since he's an artist, as well, she didn't have to put him out there like this. This could have ended his career.
I also wanted to point out that she dated and later married Russell Brand shortly after, who is well known for having overcome several addictions, including drugs and alcohol. When they were together she would try to get him to party in clubs, where there was the very same alcohol that he was trying to avoid and he wasn't ok with partying, understandably. As a former girlfriend of a drug addict that she claimed to have broken up with, due to his addiction, shouldn't she have known better? Sorry, but I call bullshit.
peanutjelly well said
peanutjelly Wow... Well she seems to be better now. I would understand her using guys to rise to fame, which star doesn't do that, but she seems content being alone at this moment.
Chimoritaaa preach bihhhhh
This is has been my favorite song from her since I was in 8th grade I'm a senior now dang
I didn't know this song was that old , damn hahah , I'm just now hearing bout it / listening to it .. I like it though lol .
+Tori Walthers yah same
Dam this song is really old now
this is off one of her first albums. it's about travie McCoy from Gym Class Heroes or some may know billionaire with Bruno mars
How are you doing right now?
the most underrated katy perry song
Guys, who cares of this song was about one specific person. There's a message for everyone in the song. DRUGS ARE BAD, DONT DO THEM IN THE FIRST PLACE.
cuz seriously ppl r hating on katy.
sarah and Dragon I've always loved her music!! ❤️
But factually is about?travie mccoy
And cupids chokehold was about her
@@lm-mj-beautyedits I love katy
This should have had a film clip and been a top 10 hit worldwide!
Needed to hear this right now. Sick of feeling like there’s something wrong with me. There’s something wrong with them and I can’t hurt myself for them anymore.
I hope you are doing okay 💜
Hyd?
*THIS BRINGS BACK SO MANY MEMORIES.* 🧡
This should be way more popular. I love it.
Just found this song and fell in LOVE with it. Main reason it's pretty much the only song of hers I can sing in my normal voice
I literally LOVE this song!
In 2011 I was in Hawaii on my one year anniversary with my ex husband. That was the first time I heard this song. I remember how much I related then. I watched him "circle the drain" for years after that. We are divorced now, but my child and I are still dealing with his abuse to this day.
this song is about travie McCoy
+$OPH yap
It's about Johnny Lewis
+Maggie B This was written before she dated Russel Brand... so yeah It's about Travie
+Maggie B nope. Wrong
actually quite right
Her best song. Hands down
badass song xD
johnny was such a comic. im real sorry for your loss katy. i can def relate. addiction is tough to kick and im glad you made this song as rock song for him and the one that got away makes me tear up every time.. i love you doll! keep up owning the world with your talent and feminine leadership! you are Perry amazing lol true story💯❤
Umm you mean Travie McCoy? Wrong person. She was with JM when this came out. 😅 Ask Google who it's about
@@natalie_rose2861 So it's not about Russel Brand?
As a former pill addict who was married to a drunk, I really appreciate this song and its honesty.
Hey, I see Adele rolling over there. Damn, this song is deep.
xD
that is a really bizarre joke
LMAO!
Steve Eidem lol
This was my favorite song when I was very young. I had my own dance routine 😂 I would do it for hours ...!
Also, for all you people saying, why'd Katy write about her personal life, let me say this, songwriters are inspired but the joys and struggles of life. They write about how they feel and what they've been through. This is probably just her way of getting her anger out without going on a rampage. That's the best thing about songwriting, that you can get your feelings out. She's just venting about her breakup.
I love this song. Being in love with a drug addict is soul-destroying. It's best to get out before you lose your sanity.
FACTS
I used to play these old Katy Perry songs on Windows Media Player, while playing all the card games on Windows XP at late evenings
must've been amazing times
This is my favorite song, i sing it everywhere, even in school.
I loved the 00s when pop rock was pretty big. Glad a bit of rock is coming back
my fav song!! luv it
Just listened to every Katy Perry song and I'm in love. KATYCAT FOR LIFE
Imma Katycat too
Atleast he gave her a song with substance for once
I LOVE THIS SONG SO MUCH!
My favorite song she has ever created soooooo GREAT
I THINK ALOT OF PEOPLE CAME HERE AFTER WATCHING GYM CLASS HEROES !!!!! WE LUV U TRAVIE!!!!!!!!
People commenting about how harsh this song is. They should learn to keep their mouths shut, they don't know the full story so you can't make an input. Just enjoy the song.
Love this song!
i love this song so much omg:)
In case some of you youngsters are confused, this is basically a pop diss track to her ex bf who sung Cupid’s Chokehold.
From the lyrics in the song it looks like she tried all she could to help him. You can't be saved unless you want to be saved, and at the time it looks like Travie didn't want any saving. I'm sure she did love him, but she can't sit there and wash away her life watching this man hurt himself knowing she can't do a thing about it. She had to think of her own happiness as well.
This is one of my fave songs by her.
I luv this song!
i love this song
I see No Jumper bought a few people here lol
This is one of my favorite songs of hers!
Such a badass song
This songs written about her ex boyfriend Travie McCoy
Katy was mad😂😂😂
I love this song!
I like these type of her songs :)
First time I've ever heard Katy say fu*k
me too. 2 be honest I was kinda taken aback. XD
+Abi Elizabeth She caught me off guard when she did it twice during her Rio show.
Me 2
Wait she said that in the Rio show?
lol ikr
Just about every song written is about someone or some situation. Katy isn't weak for leaving that travie guy. She is a woman that knows what she wants. Travie wasn't it and also for addicts you have to want to help yourself before anyone else can help you. She was wise to get out when she did instead of staying with him and allowing him to drag her down or possibly ending up like Rhianna with her face bashed in. I don't think anyone should ever stay in a situation they're not comfortable with. The song also shows her anger and disappointment. Katy most likely tried to help travie but it just didn't work out and now she's singing about how she's not going to stay. Enough was enough.
I know how she feels in this kind of situation becuz I was with a pill popper for 8 yrs and he was vary controlling but also was a kid at the same time I love this song
regardless of how bad it really was and he owns up to that, when u love someone u shouldnt just shit on them on a record when it wasnt like he really ment to, addiction is a disease and it takes over and honestly they arent in their right mind but if it wasnt for the break up he wouldnt have finally took a look in the mirror and got the help he needed but she def. didnt need to put it on a song after he had already gotten clean or was in the process of doing so. She got hurt and he was already hurting for a long time it so it was a messed up situation.
I agree, she didn't have to broadcast it, but she's not the first and she wont be the last. From the beginning of time, life experiences and feelings from them have inspired people to share their experiences with others in someway, be it by: song, poem, painting etc. Katy's song can be viewed in many ways really. It can be seen as though shes just looking for her next big hit, revenge for hurting her or even a message to others in similar situations to help them. So, really there is no right or wrong to this. Katy holds the right to write about or broadcast whatever she feels, but at the same time it is morally wrong. Another thing... if she had to go to counseling after her relationship with Travie.. I'm sure she was advised to try writing about her feelings as a form of therapy... So maybe this was therapeutic for her.Writing, sing... etc.. its whatever really. I'm sorry I kind of lost interest in all this.
Lol I had just recently sat down and listened to GCH again and watched the behind the music and heard about the song so I came here to listen. And u r very right it could've been therapeutic but thank goodness it didn't hinder a human being getting well from addiction ya know BC he was in love with her so that could've been another pit fall but it wasn't and she has a right to release her anger and hurt ur very right it was just kinda hard to listen to a song like this BC I have family battling with addiction and I myself have said hurtful things to them but I know in the end trying to sugar coat really isn't the beat thing but neither is just babbling my incoherant hurt either u know.
You're right again, you're babbling isn't the best thing for them but it's good for you. You shouldn't hold all of those negative feelings inside. It's bad for your health just like their addiction. So, its better out than in. Hence, the advice to try expressing ones feelings with talking and etc. But remember, what you're saying to them is mostly hurtful to them because what you're saying is most likely the truth. The truth hurts, especially when one doesn't want to be faced with it. So, make sure that you take care of yourself, first and foremost. But, I guess you can try to be tactful with the way you say things.
This song deserves more views! I know it is about a year old but it should be more popular!
LOVE this!
anyone who commented bad shouldn't of watched the video if they don't even like the song??!! personally , I think this is quite a cool song! xxx
Good for her. She's straight forward, and tells them what they need to here, not what they want to here.
Wow! So glad I found this song! I relate
Love this song :)
omg never heard katy swear
o.o Really? Have you heard Hot N Cold or Last Friday Night?
Emma P.
Last friday night?? And in Hot n Cold, "bitch" is not really considered swearing nowadays...this is the only song where she swears and it actually expresses direct anger more than just whining about the situation. So it suits it.
kyle edward
Hot N Cold has the chick version which is in Just Dance
Peacock and the very last word of Ur So Gay, also she has a song titled Damn.
Oh ok am kinda new to katy perry so ya
Never knew Katy Perry made diss songs 💯🔥
This song just hit home so hard.
Actually, one of the best songs of Katy.
Being married to an addict/Alcoholic. I can totally relate, it's definitely best to get out and not get freaking MARRIED and stick around 7 yrs, like I did.
Travie McCoy didn’t deserve this 😢
2015 and still love this song haha. so relatable too.
I love this song.
Going from bubble gum (I Kissed a Girl) to this explosion is more like it.
This song is very powerful with and with the brutally honest lyrics you can hear her pain while she sings. I can relate: I had a friend who not only was a sociopath,but an undercover junkie with an alcohol and drug habit.
This should've been a single because to me it's the ultimate wake up call
awesome song!!
This song is on point
Its perfect she's like so angry and awesome!
9 years later, i'm finally understanding what this song is about and it's so heartbreaking
i love this songgg
i love this song.
This song speaks a lot of truth for dating someone with an addiction..
Staying isn't what anyone's suggested but having the integrity to not make a song about someone else's trauma without them knowing is what's messed up.
I love her so much. number one fan
This is my fave song!!!
amo essa musica,alias todas as musicas delas são super legais
Guys let me just say it is about Travis. Because she said in a interview once that she wanted to have a comeback song for him because all the lyrics are true about him. He did just get wasted because of those pills. And it's not about the Russell Brand. On the Teenage Dream album or the Complete Confection album (which has all the songs) peacock, the one that got away, E.T hummingbird heartbeat, not like the movies, who am I living for, pearl, wide awake, part of me, is about Russell Brand. There
Katy Cat Search up John Frank. He's some dude claiming over 40 songs of Katy's are about him because they were secretly married in 2007😤 He is lying but seriously it's Nnoying
Mila Mila katyperry.wikia.com/wiki/User:John_Franklin_USMC_0331 This dude?
You're wrong it's about Johnny Lewis.
Love it!!
My uber driver played this thanks girl
You know I was the other side of this song, I’m the one who fucked up and lost the love of my life. It kills me every single day, knowing that I found the most perfect girl I’ll ever find, but knowing that I’ll never be with her again. If I could take it all back I would, but now it’s too late and she’s gone. However I can honestly say that it was for the best, If she had stayed with me I would only have dragged her down. It was only when I lost her that I started to turn my life around. But it was too late.
*i remember my mom always skipping this song when we listened to our katy perry cds*
Did she skip "Peacock" too?
@@KaiserAllen for some strange reason, no.
kelly OMG same
Omg same she always skipped this and peacock
I'm getting like hooked in this song! :P
Not to say that I’m addicted to anything, but to be honest listening to this song has always kept me motivated to do well in my studies and at work and put drugs behind my responsibilities to live a satisfying life in the future.
She drug Trav through the fucking mud with this song 🤣 popstar diss songs are another level