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Katy Perry Marks 1 Year of '143' With Reflective Letter Vowing 'No Forcing, No Controlling'

She frames the album as a love letter to fans, signaling a let‑it‑unfold approach to what comes next.

Overview

  • On Monday, September 22, Perry posted a long Instagram letter reflecting on the year since releasing her 2024 album 143.
  • She said she will let the future unfold naturally — “No forcing, no controlling” — as she continues to move forward.
  • Calling 143 “literally me saying I love you to my fans,” she emphasized that the album and the Lifetimes Tour have been about reconnection.
  • She wrote that she has been “beloved, tested and tried” and affirmed renewed self‑love after recent introspection.
  • Her post featured behind‑the‑scenes photos and rehearsal videos, and she noted the South American tour leg has wrapped with Belfast set for October 4.