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Perry also opened up about her upcoming album, which had to be delayed due to COVID-19, but assured the wait will be worth it because \"I made a visual component for every single song.\"

Another fan was curious about whether the \"Roar\" singer plans to explore other creative projects, such as writing a book or releasing a documentary about her life, to which she cheekily responded, \"I am only five chapters into a life that might have eight or more. Who knows what my next era is going to be.\"

\"Smile\" drops August 28.

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