On Sunday, a concert at Windsor Castle was held to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III. The concert, which featured prominent artists such as Lionel Richie, Olly Murs, Tom Cruise, Take That and Katy Perry, was attended by thousands of people including the new King and Queen. Perry, who had managed to get lost in Westminster Abbey the day before, wore a stunning gold gown as she performed her classic hits “Roar” and “Firework” for the crowd.
However, during her set, Perry’s mention of “the Fourth of July” in her song “Firework” caused a bit of a stir among some viewers. The line, “You just gotta ignite the light. And let it shine. Just own the night. Like the Fourth of July,” references the celebration of American independence on July 4th, which marks the date that America gained freedom from British rule in 1776.
Some viewers found Perry’s mention of the Fourth of July to be a bit inappropriate given that she was performing at a concert celebrating the coronation of the new British King. However, others took the comment in stride and found it to be humorous.
Despite the controversy over her comment, Perry still managed to steal the show during the coronation weekend. Some viewers even joked that she looked like a toffee penny from a box of Quality Street candy.
The coronation of King Charles III marks an important event for the British monarchy and the country as a whole. It is a time for celebration and reflection on the history and traditions of the British monarchy. While Perry’s comment may have caused some controversy, it is important to remember the significance of the occasion and the role that the monarchy plays in British culture and society.
