The company that produced the music video for Katy Perry’s new song, “Lifetimes,” is under investigation for allegedly filming the singer in a protected natural area.
in videoPerry appeared, apparently without authorization, on the sand dunes of Ses Salines Natural Park, a protected area on the Spanish islands of Ibiza and Formentera.
Local media reported that the area has been cordoned off to the public with poles and ropes and that the sand dunes of the privately owned islet Espalmador are “one of the most ecologically valuable on the islands.”
The region’s Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and the Natural Environment on Tuesday A statement was issued It said it had launched a “preliminary investigation process” after the production company failed to apply for proper permits.
The production company behind Katy Perry’s new music video, “Lifetimes,” is under investigation in Spain for allegedly filming without permission in a protected natural area. (Disney/Eric McCandless)
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The ministry clarified that the shooting of the video is not considered an “environmental crime” because film production companies can choose the locations with permission. “Filming and photography” It is classified as an activity that “requires written permission,” along with research projects, sport diving, island fire-making, etc. Non-professional photography and casual observation of the natural environment do not require a permit.
Representatives for Perry and his production company, We Own the City, did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
A spokesperson for the label said: The Hollywood Reporter “The local video production company assured us that all necessary permits for the video had been obtained. We subsequently learned that one permit was pending application, but verbal permission was given to proceed with filming. Our local crew applied for a permit for this particular location with the Coast Directorate on July 22nd. The crew received verbal approval on July 26th and proceeded with filming on July 27th. We adhered to all regulations related to filming in the area and have the utmost respect for this location and the officials tasked with protecting it.”
WeOwntheCity shared images from the video, directed by Colombian-American photographer and director Matias Vázquez, aka Stillz. On social media.
Ibiza is a popular tourist destination known for its nightlife and swimming, both of which Perry shows off in the music video.
A natural pool in Ses Salines Natural Park, located in the park area adjacent to Playa d’en Bossa Beach. (Raquel Maria Carbonell Pagola/LightRocket via Getty Images)
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Ses Salines Natural Park is located at the southern tip of the island, surrounding the sea and a small patch of land that continues to the north of Formentera.
“Lifetimes” is the second single from Perry’s upcoming album, 143, which is set to debut on September 20th.
Perry’s previous single “Woman’s World” and album came under fire in June due to her work with music producer Łukasz Sebastian Gottwald, known professionally as Dr. Luke.
“Lifetimes” is the second single from Perry’s upcoming album, “143.” (Disney/Art Strieber/Getty Images)
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He was accused of sexual assault and battery by singer Kesha in 2014. Dr. Luke countersued for defamation, but the two sides eventually settled in 2023.
While many fans are excited about Perry’s new album, some have questions, especially about her collaboration with Dr. Luke on the female empowerment anthem “Woman’s World.”
Perry’s previous song and music video, “Woman’s World,” faced backlash, particularly over her collaboration with music producer Dr. Luke. (Getty Images)
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“A song about female empowerment produced by Dr Luke? Embarrassing as a fan,” one person commented on Perry’s Instagram, where a snippet of the single was featured. “A song called ‘A Woman’s World’ and there are so many producers she works with she chose Dr Luke. This just doesn’t make sense,” another person said.
Fox News Digital’s Caroline Sayer and The Associated Press contributed to this report.
