I have pretty distinct memories of listening to this album as a single lady living in NJ. Taking the PATCO over to Jefferson. Exploring the then up and coming town of Collingswood. Spending way too much money getting my hair done. Going out in "the city." Also spending way too much money on dinners in the city. The soundtrack of my life at that time was Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, and Rhianna. It wasn't a long time, but it was fun while it lasted. It was for sure a great time for doing irresponsible things and making mistakes. Like, I thought I was living out the song "Last Friday Night."
Aside from a few weird ones ("Circle the Drain," "Who Am I Living For?") that kinda bring the whole vibe down, this album is full of fun. "California Gurls"—can't go wrong. Did this song also give us Left Shark? "Firework"—classic. Our kids dance to that song in their dance class. This is a great pop song. "Peacock"—super silly, and it definitely tickled me in those days. And I think "Pearl" is the real sleeper on Teenage Dream. It's a bit of an anthem that just sneaks up on you. But "Hummingbird Heartbeat," man. That song is a next level of cringe. It's bad.
In conclusion, aside from the clunkers, the rest of the album is basically the cotton candy cloud that Katy Perry floats on in the cover art. And Katy Perry's dancer, "backpack kid," is the person we have to thank for inventing "flossing." So there's that too!
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