Katy Perry’s latest song, “Woman’s World,” has been stirring up quite a buzz, and not all of it is positive. A popular theory circulating on TikTok suggests that this track might have been intended for the 2023 comedy/fantasy film Barbie but was rejected. TikTok user bornloseryeah shared a video where she listens to the song and proposes that Perry might have initially submitted it for the movie’s soundtrack, only to release it on her album after being turned down.
In the video, bornloseryeah’s onscreen text hints at this theory, noting how the song’s vibe seems to fit with the film’s theme, especially the part where Lizzo’s “Pink” plays. The TikTok community has embraced this idea, with many users agreeing in the comments. One comment reads, “Hang on a second, you might be on to something here…” and it has been liked over 77,000 times, reflecting widespread support for the theory.
Other TikTok users have drawn comparisons between Perry’s song and Taylor Swift’s track “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart,” suggesting a similar vibe. Comments like, “The song only really makes sense in the context of the Barbie movie,” and “It gives the intro to a movie about a woman who has focused on her career and ignored her love life,” further support the theory.
There are also speculations about other artists, like Taylor Swift, potentially submitting songs for the Barbie soundtrack. One comment notes, “I have the same theory about ‘Hits Different’ by Taylor Swift.”
While the theory is intriguing, it’s worth noting that the track’s association with producer Dr. Luke has also sparked controversy, particularly because of his involvement in projects with themes of feminism and patriarchy. This criticism might have made “Woman’s World” a less suitable choice for a movie that explores these themes.
The theory that Katy Perry’s “Woman’s World” was meant for the Barbie soundtrack but ended up as a single instead has gained traction online. The song’s fit with the movie’s themes and the negative attention surrounding its production have made this theory all the more compelling.
