Katy Perry’s “Rise”: Listen To Her Rio Summer Olympics Anthem

Not to be outdone by the release of Britney Spears‘ “Make Me” today, Katy Perry has unleashed a brand new song, “Rise,” which she recorded to tie in with the upcoming Summer Olympics. The inspirational ballad will be played throughout NBC’s coverage of the Rio games, per a press release, beginning with the opening ceremony on August 5.

Perry gave a lengthy statement about the song, which you can read below:

“This is a song that’s been brewing inside me for years, that has finally come to the surface. I was inspired to finish it now, rather than save it for my next album, because now more than ever, there is a need for our world to unite. I know that together we can rise above the fear – in our country, and around the world. I can’t think of a better example than the Olympic athletes, as they gather in Rio with their strength and fearlessness, to remind us how we ALL can come together, with the resolve to be the best we can be. I hope this song can inspire us to heal, unite, and rise together. I am honored that NBC Olympics has chosen to use it as an anthem before and during the Rio Games.”

For now, “Rise” can be heard exclusively on Apple Music, or by downloading from iTunes.

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