Kesha Reveals Initial Doubts About ‘Tik Tok’: From ‘Too Dumb’ to Billion-Stream Hit
Kesha, the powerhouse behind the infectious hit “Tik Tok,” recently revealed a surprising fact: she initially thought the song was “too dumb.” Before it became a global phenomenon, topping charts and racking up over a billion streams, the pop star had her reservations about its lyrics. This revelation sheds light on the unexpected journey of a song that defined an era and launched Kesha into superstardom.
During an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Kesha recounted her initial reaction to writing “Tik Tok.” "When I was writing ‘Tik Tok,’ it was weird, because the dumber it got, the better it got," she explained. "Which was confusing, because I like to think of myself as a fairly intelligent human being. But it just got dumber and dumber and better and better."
It's hard to imagine the song's immense success considering the artist's doubts. Kesha admitted, "When I listened to the final product, I was like, ‘This is too dumb.’" However, the world embraced the song, proving that sometimes, the simplest concepts resonate the most. The track not only became Kesha's first solo Billboard Hot 100 hit but also reigned at the top spot for nine weeks and propelled her debut album, Animal, to the peak of the Billboard 200.
Fast forward to 2025, and Kesha is preparing to release her sixth studio album, . (Period), on July 4th, marking a new chapter in her career as it's her first LP under her own label, Kesha Records. This independent venture follows a long and difficult legal battle with Dr. Luke, a period of her life she is now putting behind her. She described the new album as “really coming back home to myself and feeling what freedom really looks like, feels like, sounds like.”
Kesha's journey from doubting “Tik Tok” to embracing her artistic freedom is a testament to the unpredictable nature of creativity. With . (Period) on the horizon, she's ready to share her unfiltered vision with the world.
What do you think of Kesha's journey? Share your thoughts and predictions for her new album in the comments below!
