Katy Perry’s ‘143’: Unpacking the Angel Number Behind Her Latest Album
September 16, 2024 | Isabella Oracle
Last year, Katy Perry left the American Idol judging panel because she wanted a change of pace to create her new album. This album, she wants it filled with love, happiness, freedom, and above all, positive energy. That’s how ‘143’ was conceived, set to release on September 20, 2024. ‘143’ is much more than just a title; it is imbued with powerful esoteric and angelic symbolism. This number, rich in meanings, invites us to dive into a universe where art and spirituality meet. We invite you to discover the depth of 143’s symbolism and how it inspired Katy Perry in this new musical adventure.
Katy Perry and Gospel
Katheryn Hudson was born on October 25, 1984, in Santa Barbara, California, to pastor parents. Between the ages of 9 and 17, she was involved in her parents’ pastoral duties and sang in their church. Raised in religion, Katy Perry grew up listening to gospel music and attended Christian schools and summer camps. Spotted in church by Nashville rockers, Katy Perry recorded demos and learned to compose and play guitar with country music veterans. In 2001, she signed her first contract and recorded a gospel album.
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Thus, Katy Perry’s childhood and early musical beginnings were steeped in religion and angels.
During an exclusive interview with Zane Lowe, she explained that the album title is her symbolic angel number: “A couple of years ago, we were going through a little bit of a hard time medically in our family, and it was a little bit scary, and I started seeing 143 in many different ways, not just, like, on the phone. It was just like trippy, almost. And I looked it up, and it’s code for ‘I love you.’ I really believe it was my angels, my guides, saying, ‘I love you. We got you. We’re going to protect you. You’re exactly where you’re meant to be. You’re on the path.'”
The Importance of Numbers
Just like zodiac signs in astrology, angel numbers can reveal a lot about ourselves. It is even said that they are sent by our guides to give us messages to stay on the right path.
What Does the Number 143 Mean?
In numerology, each number has a particular meaning:
Number 1: It represents new beginnings, individuality, and initiative. It shows motivation, self-assertion, and creation.
Number 4: It symbolizes stability, structure, and security. The 4 is linked to discipline, effort, and perseverance. It is a number of solid foundations.
Number 3: It evokes communication, expression, and creativity. The 3 is associated with joy, optimism, and social interaction.
When these numbers combine to form the number 143, their meanings merge. Indeed, this number combines the energies of 1, 4, and 3. It represents the expression of love and aspirations to manifest greater achievements through creative efforts and relationships. Traditionally, 143 is also a coded way of saying “I love you” (1 letter for “I,” 4 letters for “love,” 3 letters for “you”).
Other Messages in Numbers
Originally we used them in the 19th century in lighthouses as sequences of digital flashes like Morse code. Thus, this quick secret language was used to say “I love you,” with 1, 4, and 3 representing the number of letters in each word: I (1), Love (4), You (3). This code persisted with the advent of pagers and continued into the digital era, with young people expressing their feelings with 143, especially in chats or via SMS. The trend has even resurfaced on TikTok and WhatsApp lately!
As we saw with 143, Katy Perry has a penchant for gospel, angels, and numerology. However, these are not the only esoteric aspects of her discography. Indeed, she has integrated esoteric themes into several of her songs. Here are five notable ones:
“E.T.”: This song explores a romantic relationship with a being from another dimension. The lyrics evoke extraterrestrial and mystical themes, talking about a “futuristic lover” with “different DNA.”
“Wide Awake”: This track deals with spiritual awakening and realization. The lyrics describe an inner transformation and the discovery of truth.
“How did I read the stars so wrong?
(I’m wide awake)
And now it’s clear to me
That everything you see ain’t always what it seems
(I’m wide awake)
Yeah, I was dreaming for so long.”
“Spiritual”: In this song, Perry directly addresses spiritual and mystical themes. She sings about a deep connection with her partner that transcends the physical to reach a spiritual dimension.
“Not the End of the World”: The music video for this song shows aliens kidnapping Zooey Deschanel, who is often mistaken for Perry. The extraterrestrial theme is clearly central, combined with an optimistic message about overcoming difficulties.
These songs show Katy Perry’s interest in themes beyond the everyday, incorporating mystical, spiritual, and angelic elements into her music. These elements offer her listeners an enriching and multidimensional musical experience.
Greetings, dear readers! I'm Isabella, a writer hailing from the charming city of Baltimore. Born on a warm summer's day in 1974, under the nurturing sign of Cancer, I've journeyed through life with a pen in one hand and a heart full of stories. As a proud mother of two brilliant lights, my daughter and son, I weave tales not just from imagination, but from the lived experiences that decorate our daily existence. My writing, a reflection of my soul, aims to simplify the complex and enlighten the curious. Join me as we explore the beauty of words and the power they hold to connect, heal, and reveal the world in new ways.
