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"Part of Me" is a song by American recording artist Katy Perry, released as the lead single from the re-release edition of her second studio album, Teenage Dream, titled Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection (2012). The song was written by Perry and Bonnie McKee, while the song's production and additional writing was done by Dr. Luke, Max Martin and Cirkut. The song was not included on the standard edition of Teenage Dream because Perry felt that the song did not fit the composition of the album. In late 2010, the entire demo of the song leaked online, with critics speculating that the lyrics were directed to the singer's ex-boyfriend Travis McCoy. "Part of Me" was re-worked and officially released on February 13, 2012, through Capitol Records. The artwork for the song was done by photographerMary Ellen Matthews.
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Musically, "Part of Me" draws influences from several genres, including dance-pop and pop rock; reviewers compared it to Jessie J's "Domino" (2011) and Perry's previous singles "Firework" (2010) and "California Gurls" (2010). The composition infuses elements from house music, while its lyrics allude to feeling empowered after a dramatic break-up. The song received mixed to positive reviews from contemporary music critics, who praised the song's production, while some criticized Perry's vocals. Critics and media alike theorized that the lyrics were addressing Perry's divorce toRussell Brand. The singer later denied such allegations, stating that it was written in early 2010.
"Part of Me" was a commercial success, debuting at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the twentieth song to do so as well as becoming her seventh number-one single on the chart. The song also debuted at number one in the United Kingdom and Canada. The song became Perry's ninth consecutive number-one single on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs chart. It has been certified Platinum in the United States, Australia and New Zealand. The song has been used in promotion for marketing campaigns such as Adidas andThe Sims 3: Showtime as well as being covered by Lindsay Pavao for Season 2 of The Voice.
An accompanying music video was filmed at the United States Marine Corps's Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in Oceanside, California. The video showcases Perry enlisting in the marines following a heartbreak. Although the video garnered generally positive reviews, with critics praising Perry's "Girl Power" message, it drew criticism from feminist author Naomi Wolf, who claimed it to be military propaganda. As part of promotion for the song, Perry has performed it on the54th Grammy Awards, the 2012 Kids' Choice Awards, American Idol and others.