Katy Perry's New Music Video Sparks Legal Controversy

Wednesday, August 14, 2024  Read time1 min

SAEDNEWS: Katy Perry's new song 'Lifetimes' was released on August 9, 2024

Katy Perry's New Music Video Sparks Legal Controversy

According to SAEDNEWS, An investigation is underway regarding the music video for Katy Perry's recently released song "Lifetimes." This inquiry comes after it was revealed that the video was filmed in the protected dunes of s'Espalmador, an islet in Spain known for its ecological significance.

The Balearic Islands tourism authorities have classified this area as 'highly valuable' due to the diverse plants and animals that inhabit it. As reported by Rolling Stone, the song's producers, Dr. Luke and Vaughn Oliver, are now facing scrutiny from Spanish authorities for allegedly filming without the necessary permits in this environmentally sensitive region.

According to a press release from the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and the Natural Environment, the production company responsible for the shoot did not obtain the required authorization. Their statement clearly outlined the situation: "In no case had the production company requested authorization from the Regional Ministry to carry out the filming."

It’s worth noting that s'Espalmador is not just any natural reserve; it is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, adding further weight to the implications of this investigation.

As of now, Katy Perry, 39, has not made any public comments regarding the ongoing inquiry or the specifics surrounding the filming of the "Lifetimes" music video. Fans and observers alike are eager to see how the situation unfolds and whether there will be any repercussions for the production team involved.