Roar by Katy Perry: song meaning

This song tells the story of discovering one's inner strength and ceasing to submit to others, through the perspective of a woman who was once quiet but decides to let her voice be heard. The atmosphere of the song is full of energy and empowerment, like a declaration of victory, using the symbolism of roaring and surviving in the jungle to convey the release of powerful instincts.

Empowering · Powerful · Confident · Self-empowerment · Standing up for one's rights · Growth and awakening

Behind the song

Katy Perry wrote this song with Bonnie McKee and producers after undergoing therapy; she wanted to release suppressed feelings and stand up to protect herself. Therefore, this song is a power pop track that emphasizes standing up for oneself and female empowerment.

Source: Wikipedia: Roar (song) (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Mood

Bursting with surging energy as if in a large concert hall, with heavy piano notes and resonant drums, creating an inspiring feeling that makes the listener want to rise up and fight.

Symbols in the song

Roaring: Making noise to assert identity and power
Jungle and tigers: Survival and confronting strong raw instincts

Interpretations

This song is a celebration of discovering confidence and overcoming fear to fully be oneself.
It conveys the act of stopping the suppression of feelings and starting to communicate one's own needs.

Song info

Artist: Katy Perry
Album: PRISM (Deluxe)
Released: October 18, 2013
Track 1 of 16
Length: 3:44

Tracks on the album PRISM (Deluxe)

Roar (this song)
Legendary Lovers
Birthday
Walking On Air
Unconditionally
Dark Horse
This Is How We Do
International Smile
Ghost
Love Me
This Moment
Double Rainbow
By The Grace Of God
Spiritual
It Takes Two
Choose Your Battles

Frequently asked questions

Who sings Roar?

Roar is a song by Katy Perry, from the album PRISM (Deluxe).

When did Roar come out?

Roar came out on October 18, 2013 on the album PRISM (Deluxe), track 1 of 16.

What is Roar about?

What mood does Roar have?

Bursting with surging energy as if in a large concert hall, with heavy piano notes and resonant drums, creating an inspiring feeling that makes the listener want to rise up and fight.

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