What does 143 sound like?

A vibrant blend of electropop and dance beats infused with themes of empowerment and self-discovery. Rooted in pop rock and synth-pop. Start with "Woman's World".

Is 143 a good place to start with Katy Perry?

Yes, 143 is recommended as a starting point for new Katy Perry listeners. A vibrant blend of electropop and dance beats infused with themes of empowerment and self-discovery. Released on September 20, 2024, '143' is Katy Perry's first album in four years following her 2020 release 'Smile'. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from mainstream pop star to a more mature artist exploring deeper themes of identity and personal growth.

143 works well if you're into steady mid-tempo danceable energy, uplifting anthems for empowerment and playful vibes for social gatherings.

How many songs are on 143?

143 has 12 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

143

Katy Perry · 2024

36 min · 12 tracks · pop music

A vibrant blend of electropop and dance beats infused with themes of empowerment and self-discovery.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Woman's World Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with an anthem-like celebration of female strength and resilience, showcasing Perry's vocal prowess and lyrical depth.
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Gimme Gimme — A catchy dance-pop track that encapsulates the essence of desire and longing, featuring infectious hooks that make it a standout party anthem.
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Truth — This introspective ballad delves into themes of authenticity and vulnerability, highlighting Perry's ability to blend personal narrative with universal emotion.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

49 /100

Foothills

Higher than 22% of albums we've rated

The album explores themes of empowerment with a blend of upbeat and reflective tracks, showcasing solid songwriting.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and strong hooks, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective tone.
Several songs utilize layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the sense of empowerment.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo danceable energy
uplifting anthems for empowerment
playful vibes for social gatherings
short bursts of joyful expression

Maybe skip if you

seeking deep, introspective themes
prefer lengthy, atmospheric pieces

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality with bold themes after a four-year hiatus.
Themes: post-industry resilience· authenticity in relationships
Career context: Released on September 20, 2024, '143' is Katy Perry's first album in four years following her 2020 release 'Smile'. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from mainstream pop star to a more mature artist exploring deeper themes of identity and personal growth.
Stylistic neighbors: Lady Gaga· Demi Lovato· Rihanna