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30 Katy Perry Concert Costumes That Perfectly Matched Her Lyrics, 'Cause Baby She's A Firework IRL Too

Whether you tuned in to the Super Bowl for the fierce battle between the Patriots and Seahawks or the somewhat bittersweet array of commercials, the game was made infinitely more dramatic this year by the halftime show. Katy Perry's Super Bowl performance was one to remember, if only for the gravity-defying mechanics and stereotypically idiosyncratic ensembles. Perry had a costume to correspond with each and every song, and though they were decidedly eccentric, they fit the vibe of her show to perfection. Read on for 30 additional times Katy Perry's lyrics matched her whimsical outfits.

by Tyler Atwood

National Pride

Though her lyrics for “Faith Won’t Fail” referred to her previous religious devotion, Perry’s star-spangled ensemble seemed to fit the spirited, prideful theme of the song.

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Gothic Couture

Perry’s unexpectedly gothic “dark storm” of an ensemble paired well with her “Dark Horse” lyrics.

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Musical Notes

Though Perry’s Valentino musical note-embroidered gown didn’t spell out the lyrics to any of her songs, the link between her wardrobe and her chosen career path was clear.

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Channeling Britney Spears

The singer channeled Britney Spears with a denim gown seemingly made out of the “Daisy Dukes” referenced in California Girls.

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Film Frock

Though her lyrics claim relationships are “Not Like The Movies,” Perry’s ensembles most certainly are.

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Cotton Candy Couture

Perry’s pleather cotton candy couture and a gummy bear ring recalled the “diabetic shock” Perry promised in her tune “Milk Milk Lemonade.”

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Regal In Gold

Perry channeled her onstage alter-ego in this regal metallic confection, complete with a crown.

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Leopard Print Gown

Perry roared “louder than a lion” in her golden leopard-print gown.

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Ultra-Modern Metal

Perry’s dramatic metallic costume appeared to have walked straight out of the lyrics of her cover of “Black and Gold.”

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Birthday Cake Clutch

Perry celebrated in style with a saccharine birthday cake clutch, much like the “something sweet” cake referenced in her hit “Birthday.”

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Gaudy Golden Age Mini Dress

Fittingly, Perry’s brightly beaded mini dress looked like something one would wear after “Waking Up In Vegas” — before shaking the glitter off, of course.

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Beach Ball Mini Dress

Perry’s Super Bowl performance was enhanced by this beachball-inspired ensemble, which proved to provide audiences with a moment of unabashed “West Coast represent.”

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Flame-Embellished Mini Dress

Perry appeared to literally “dance through the fire” in this flame-embellished mini dress at the Super Bowl.

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Light-Up Red Carpet Gown

Perry indeed glowed “brighter than the moon” in this firework-reminiscent, illuminated gown.

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Embellished Firework Bodysuit

Apparently thinking her light-emmiting gown wasn’t enough “Firework” for her fans, Perry donned a bodysuit with firework embellishment onstage.

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Sweet-Patterned Mini Dress

Perry donned a dancing sweets frock that seemed to have been snatched from the Candyland backdrop of her “California Gurls” video.

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Silver Space-Inspired Costume

Perry appeared to embody her “E.T.” lyrics when she sported this “supersonic” spiked silver costume.

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Beaded Fruit-Embellished Bodysuit

Perry test-drove a fruit-embellished bodysuit which paired perfectly with her sugar-laced lyrics.

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Rainbow-Hued Getup

Perry rocked a “Double Rainbow” onstage, paired with a neon mane for good measure.

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Birthday Dress

Perry gave her audiences a surprise when she made her stage entrance clad in this birthday cake of a dress.

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Modernized '50s Fare

Much like her oh-so imaginative lyrics to “Dressing’ Up,” Perry played a fantasy part in her modernized-’50s motorcycle jacket and brilliant pink locks.

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Electric Bodysuit

A neon bodysuit-clad Perry evoked the “Electric Feel” of her MGMT cover.

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Queen Of Hearts

Perry exemplified the type of “California Gurl” who would induce men to “fall in love” in this Queen of Hearts-esque costume.

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Coachella Clad

The Coachella attendee effortlessly channeled the quintessential “California Gurl” ensemble — a printed crop top, mini skirt, and dark sunglasses.

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Neon Ensemble

Perry looked ready to stun her audiences with her own lasers in this neon ensemble.

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Punk Couture

The ever-experimental Perry seemed to recall the rebellious teenage phase detailed at length in her song “Growing Pains” when she sported this punk-inspired plaid skirt and mesh top.

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Golden Glitter

An unabashedly glittering Perry looked as though she had strode off the stage in Las Vegas and onto the red carpet.

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Smurf-Inspired Ensemble

Perry snuck one of The Smurfs’ title characters onto her dress for the film’s premiere, a fitting addition considering her involvement in the film’s hit “Ooh La La” for which she provided backup vocals.

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Metallic Supersonic Ensemble

Perry space-suited up in a “supersonic, extraterrestrial” creation which looked straight out of her anthem “E.T.”

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Chanel Couture

The chanteuse exemplified the Chanel-consumed shopper of her song “This Is How We Do” in the fashion house’s gilded belt and necklace.

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