"" is a powerful, mid-tempo electronic anthem by American singer Katy Perry, released on July 14, 2016. Originally intended for her fourth studio album Witness , it was instead released as a standalone single to serve as the official theme song for NBC's coverage of the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Key Production & Background
Lyrics like "When the fire's at my feet again / And the vultures all start circling" illustrate standing firm against doubters and hardships. Katy Perry - Rise (Audio)
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