Katy Perry has discovered herself again in some bother after filming the music video for her tune “Lifetimes” with out acquiring the right authorization.

The 39-year-old singer shot the video in Ibiza and Formentera, the place she is proven having fun with the nightlife to accommodate beats in numerous scenes. Part of the video’s choreography consists of footage of Perry on the dunes of S’Espalmador, a protected space the place entry is prohibited. Shortly after the video’s launch on Thursday, August 8, the Environment Department of the Balearic Islands introduced that whereas it was not a “crime against the environment,” it nonetheless constituted an infringement, as per Billboard. The division said that the scenario might have been averted if the right permits had been secured.

“Lifetimes,” a single from her upcoming album 143, has garnered over two million views. The lyrics embrace: “Can you believe it?/ I’m gonna love you ’til the end and then repeat it/ I know you feel it/ Can you believe it?/ I’m gonna love you ’til the end and then repeat it.”

The launch of the “Lifetimes” video comes shortly after Perry confronted criticism for working with Dr. Luke, who co-directed each this video and “Woman’s World,” following his authorized battle with Kesha, who accused him of sexual assault.

The “Woman’s World” video, which portrays a world dominated by hardworking ladies and features a cameo by Trisha Paytas, has sparked dialog on-line. One commenter on X famous, “It was co-written by six people, four of whom are men. It’s produced by three men, one of whom is Dr. Luke, who was accused of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse by Kesha. The video is also directed by a man. LOL.”

Despite the backlash over her collaboration with the 50-year-old producer, Perry’s followers, often known as “Katy Cats,” are displaying their assist for the brand new launch. Many followers have expressed a choice for “Lifetimes” over “Woman’s World.”

One person commented on YouTube with crying emojis, “WHY WASN’T THIS THE FIRST SINGLE????? THIS IS MILES BETTER THAN ‘WOMAN’S WORLD.’”

Another added, “Should’ve been the lead single! This is the Katy we fell in love with. It has such a nostalgic pop feeling that is her brand. Definitely on repeat!”