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US singer Katy Perry is in trouble in Spain after allegations she filmed a music video for her new single “Lifetimes” in a protected area without the necessary permission.
According to a statement from the regional government, published Tuesday, authorities in the Balearic Islands are investigating the fact that the production company that worked on the video filmed it in the Ses Salines Natural Park “without asking permission.”
In the video, which premiered on August 8, Perry can be seen singing and dancing on the protected sand dunes.
Although the regional government said it was investigating the music video, it made clear it was not investigating an “environmental crime” because filming is allowed in the area with permission.
CNN has reached out to Perry’s representatives for comment.
The controversy is the latest incident in a turbulent period for Perry, with her latest single “Woman’s World” being criticized for perpetuating old stereotypes.
The singer also came under fire for working with controversial producer Dr. Luke on the song.
In June 2023, singer Kesha and Dr. Luke, whose legal name is Lukasz Gottwald, agreed to a “resolution” regarding a legal dispute they had been involved in since 2014.
Kesha filed a lawsuit against Gottwald that year seeking to get out of her recording contract, alleging that he drugged, emotionally abused and sexually assaulted her.
Gottwald has long denied the allegations, and filed a countersuit against the singer that same year, accusing him of defamation and breach of contract.
Gottwald has worked on some of Perry’s biggest hits, and the singer has decided to work with him again on her upcoming album, “143,” which is set to be released on September 20.
Last May, Perry stepped down as a judge on “American Idol” after seven seasons on the show.
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