Katy Perry Supports Taylor Swift at Sydney Concert, Reacts to ‘Bad Blood’ Song
Katy Perry, the renowned pop sensation, made a surprise appearance at Taylor Swift’s concert in Sydney, Australia, showing her support for her “old friend.” Perry, taking a break from her role as a judge on American Idol, jetted off to Sydney to witness Swift’s spectacular performance at the Eras Tour. However, what caught everyone’s attention was Perry’s playful reaction when Swift performed the infamous song, “Bad Blood,” which was written about their past feud.
After the concert, Perry took to social media to share a heartwarming selfie with Swift and posted several videos from the concert. In her caption, she expressed her joy at seeing her “old friend shine tonight.” One of the videos included Perry watching Swift perform “Bad Blood,” where she jokingly widened her eyes, playfully acknowledging the fact that the song was inspired by their previous rivalry.
The feud between Perry and Swift dates back to 2014 when Swift revealed in a Rolling Stone cover story that “Bad Blood” was written about a fellow female pop star. It was later revealed that Perry had allegedly poached three of Swift’s dancers from her Red World Tour to join her own California Dreams tour. Swift described the incident as something “so horrible” that turned them into “straight-up enemies.” She accused Perry of attempting to sabotage her entire arena tour by hiring people from under her.
In response to Swift’s comments, Perry released the song “Swish Swish” featuring Nicki Minaj. In 2017, during an interview with James Corden, Perry stated that Swift had initiated the feud and it was time for her to bring it to an end. However, in 2019, the two singers surprised their fans by burying the hatchet. In Swift’s music video for her single “You Need to Calm Down,” Perry made a cameo appearance dressed as a burger, while Swift was dressed as French fries. This symbolic gesture marked the beginning of their reconciliation. Perry also sent Swift a literal olive branch as a peace offering.
Returning to the present, Swift’s concert in Sydney held special significance for various reasons. Alongside Perry’s presence, other celebrities like Sabrina Carpenter, Travis Kelce, and Rita Ora were also in attendance. During the concert, Swift invited Sabrina Carpenter on stage for a mashup performance of “White Horse” and “Coney Island.” Additionally, Swift surprised her fans by announcing a new version of her upcoming album, titled The Tortured Poets Department, which includes a bonus track called “The Albatross.”
The reunion between Katy Perry and Taylor Swift at the Sydney concert not only delighted their fans but also showcased the power of forgiveness and growth. It is evident that the two pop icons have moved past their differences and are now supportive of each other’s success. As they continue to dominate the music industry, their friendship serves as an inspiration to others, proving that even the most intense feuds can be resolved with time and understanding.
