Kesha to permanently change lyrics of debut hit ‘TikTok’ amid allegations against P Diddy | English Movie News
Singer Kesha has announced that she will be permanently changing the lyrics to her iconic debut single ‘TikTok,’ which originally featured a reference to the rapper P Diddy. The 37-year-old singer released the hit track in 2009, and its catchy opening line, “Wake up in the morning feeling like P. Diddy,” quickly became a pop culture staple. However, in light of recent allegations against the rapper, Kesha has decided to re-record the song with a new lyrics.
P Diddy, who is currently facing multiple civil lawsuits accusing him of sex trafficking, sexual abuse, and rape allegations he strongly denies was originally name-dropped in the song’s first verse. In response to these allegations, Kesha has been performing a modified version of the song at her live shows, with the new opening line: “Wake up in the morning like f**k P Diddy.” This alternative version was first introduced during a surprise performance with Reneé Rapp at Coachella in March 2024.
In a recent Instagram post, Kesha reflected on the significance of ‘TikTok’ in her career, calling it the first single that truly represented her voice and personality. She recalled how the song was meant to be fun and carefree, reflecting the playful side of herself that she wanted to share with the world. However, with the changing times and circumstances, she acknowledged the need to update the song to align with her current values. Her Instagram note read, “TiK ToK was the first single that I put into this world that had my voice AND my name credited!!!! I remember making it fun and happy because that’s how I felt and wanted others to feel. What I’m so proud of is that’s how this song STILL makes me feel, through it all, and those are emotions I want all of us to connect to. 15 (!!!!!!) years later, I see this song as a snapshot into the way I saw the world at the time. That girl was naive and wild and playful. This song eternalizes a side of myself that I love very much, and now see I have to protect fiercely. The world has changed so much and so have I.”
Kesha’s note further reads, “I absolutely love the new lyric change. (Shout out to @reneerapp) Yes it is permanent. I will re-record it when I have legal rights to! Now, my first baby stands for so much. It stands for fiercely protecting fun and unadulterated joy, in myself and in others. The whole ride has been absolute insanity, but the JOY
P Diddy, who is currently facing multiple civil lawsuits accusing him of sex trafficking, sexual abuse, and rape allegations he strongly denies was originally name-dropped in the song’s first verse. In response to these allegations, Kesha has been performing a modified version of the song at her live shows, with the new opening line: “Wake up in the morning like f**k P Diddy.” This alternative version was first introduced during a surprise performance with Reneé Rapp at Coachella in March 2024.
In a recent Instagram post, Kesha reflected on the significance of ‘TikTok’ in her career, calling it the first single that truly represented her voice and personality. She recalled how the song was meant to be fun and carefree, reflecting the playful side of herself that she wanted to share with the world. However, with the changing times and circumstances, she acknowledged the need to update the song to align with her current values. Her Instagram note read, “TiK ToK was the first single that I put into this world that had my voice AND my name credited!!!! I remember making it fun and happy because that’s how I felt and wanted others to feel. What I’m so proud of is that’s how this song STILL makes me feel, through it all, and those are emotions I want all of us to connect to. 15 (!!!!!!) years later, I see this song as a snapshot into the way I saw the world at the time. That girl was naive and wild and playful. This song eternalizes a side of myself that I love very much, and now see I have to protect fiercely. The world has changed so much and so have I.”
Kesha’s note further reads, “I absolutely love the new lyric change. (Shout out to @reneerapp) Yes it is permanent. I will re-record it when I have legal rights to! Now, my first baby stands for so much. It stands for fiercely protecting fun and unadulterated joy, in myself and in others. The whole ride has been absolute insanity, but the JOY
is still riding. ”She concluded by saying, “I hope you all can find 3 1/2 minutes of play in this song and connect with your wild child-like joy
Thank you for making my life so magical animals, it’s one for the books! ”
