She sparked controversy when she said she kissed a girl and she liked it…but the world loved her!

Since then, Katy Perry has become unstoppable, winning the hearts of people from all walks of life.

Born Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson, Katy later changed her name to avoid confusion with the actress Kate Hudson, and Perry is actually her mother’s maiden name. Her stunning beauty is attributed to her is Portuguese, English, German, and Irish roots. Born to Pentecostal Christian parents, Katy began singing at church at the age of 9, and at the age of 17, she began her music career singing Christian pop songs.

Looking at her career now, being the only artist since Michael Jackson to have five number 1 hits from the same album, it could be hard to believe that Katy, too struggled, but it was her love for music, shining through that put her to where she is now. She’s truly a firework! If you haven’t learned to love Katy Perry yet, maybe by the end of this, you will. Here are the 20 reasons why Katy Perry is sooo much fun!