"" 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
The chorus centers on the metaphor of a phoenix, emphasizing thriving rather than just surviving. Katy Perry - Rise (Audio)
The song serves as a motivational "pump-up" anthem, focusing on: "" is a powerful, mid-tempo electronic anthem by
Perry co-wrote the track with Savan Kotecha and producers Max Martin and Ali Payami . The song serves as a motivational "pump-up" anthem,
Lyrics like "When the fire's at my feet again / And the vultures all start circling" illustrate standing firm against doubters and hardships.
The song is categorized as a mid-tempo electronic track, marked by dark, atmospheric production and soaring vocals. Lyrical Themes