With 'Praying,' Kesha Sends An Important Message To Sexual Assault Survivors | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Entertainment

With 'Praying,' Kesha Sends An Important Message To Sexual Assault Survivors

"I'm proud of who I am. No more monsters, I can breathe again" – Kesha

125
With 'Praying,' Kesha Sends An Important Message To Sexual Assault Survivors
Wikimedia

Music superstar Kesha has finally broken free and is back with her new hit single "Praying." It is a dramatic change in sound from what we're used to hearing from the pop superstar, who brought us hits like "Tick Tock" and "Timber".

However, the message is clear and one that anyone who has gone through sexual assault needs to hear.

"Praying" discusses Kesha's struggle to overcome the aftermath of being sexually assaulted and abused by her former music producer Dr. Luke Gottwald.

The lyrics "Cause you brought the flames and you put me through hell. I had to learn how to fight for myself," are just a few of the many in this song that stuck out to me.

Sexual assault is something that is mentally draining on the mind. As a victim of sexual assault, I constantly play what happened that night in my head.

I think about how I once trusted this person and considered them a friend before anything, just to have that trust broken and my life changed forever.

Learning to fight for yourself is hard because you are afraid of speaking up about what happened, but it's the first step to helping you pick up the pieces and move forward with your life.

Sexual Assault doesn't have a preference, it can happen to anyone regardless of their age, sex or gender.

"Praying" sends a message of hope and strength. It reminds us that sexual assault may take away your consent, but it doesn't take away your voice and your power to overcome and fight for your life back.

"I hope you're somewhere praying, praying. I hope your soul is changing, changing. I hope you find your piece, falling on your knees praying."

While the abuse by Gottwald had allegedly taken place several times over the years, Kesha didn't open up about it until January 2014 during a brief stint in rehab for an eating disorder.

It wasn't until that October when the official lawsuit was filed against Gottwald.

In February 2016, New York Supreme Court Judge Shirley Kornreich denied Kesha's preliminary injunction. With a stint of days in court, last August, Kesha filed to dismiss her lawsuit against Gottwald. This means she can resume her music career and honor her contract with Sony Music and Kemosabe.

It appears that Kesha's fight is not yet over, though.

She has made it clear on her social media that she isn't done fighting just yet but that she wants to continue making music for the fans that have supported her through this ordeal.

In a blog post to Lenny, she opens up about her own purpose of writing her new song.

"The song is about coming to feel empathy for someone else even if they hurt you or scare you. It's a song about learning to be proud of the person you are even during low moments when you feel alone. It's also about hoping everyone, even someone who hurt you, can heal."

This song came at the perfect time, and I really want everyone to listen to this song because it sends a really important message.

As J.E. Mathewson said, "I'm not a victim. I'm not a survivor. I'm a fighter."

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
friends
Kristin Buggy

College is supposed to be one of the best times of your life. However, it is also one of the toughest transitions to make. There is so much anticipation and excitement leading up to moving into college. It doesn’t truly hit you until move in day when your parents say their final goodbyes and you see their car drive away. You truly are on your own. I was blessed to meet my best friends within the first week of school. Your college friends are so important and here’s why:

Keep Reading...Show less
13 Real Thoughts Every College Student Has At Some Point
Good Call

There are a few thoughts that go through a college student's mind on a day to day basis. Some of those thoughts come from class, some of then come from when you are bored in class. Here are sixteen thoughts that college students think of on a day to day basis.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

Mouse, Cookie, Chaos!

He's going to ask for a glass of milk

83629
mouse with a cookie

One of my biggest pet peeves is when someone does not try to help their self before asking others. How can someone else be expected to help you if you do not first do that yourself? I'm all about helping those that need it when the time comes, however whenever someone does not even attempt to help him or herself first then that becomes a huge problem. As we all have learned, people tend to take advantage of us in one way or another. I am sure we all read this short story when we were younger and it follows that same principle:

Keep Reading...Show less
39 Traits You Know You Have If You're A Libra
Flickr

If you were born between September 23rd - October 22nd, then you are a Libra. Let's be real, Libras are the best because you are the perfect balance of all things in life. Some may find this boring, but they don't know anything about what it means to be all things at once. As Libras, we hold much on our shoulders that no one can understand. These are traits you know to be true if you are a Libra:

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

12 Types Of Drunk Girls You'll See In Every Friend Group

"Getting drunk with your best friends is an experience in and of itself. It takes us on wild and ridiculous adventures with the people we trust with our lives."

2115
friends
Cloud Front

Getting drunk with your best friends is an experience in and of itself. It takes us on wild and ridiculous adventures with the people we trust with our lives. Each one of you plays a vital role in making sure the night goes (relatively) smoothly.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments