Katy Perry - Rise (audio) -

The chorus centers on the metaphor of a phoenix, emphasizing thriving rather than just surviving.

"" is a powerful, mid-tempo electronic anthem by American singer Katy Perry, released on July 14, 2016. Originally intended for her fourth studio album Witness , it was instead released as a standalone single to serve as the official theme song for NBC's coverage of the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Key Production & Background Katy Perry - Rise (Audio)

Perry described the song as something that had been "brewing inside" her for years. She felt compelled to finish it then rather than wait for an album, citing a global need for unity and healing following events like the 2016 Nice terrorist attack. The chorus centers on the metaphor of a