Cheers to 15 Years Kesha Celebrates TiK ToK Anniversary with
- Ke$ha celebrated the 15-year anniversary of her No. 1 song ‘TiK ToK’ by sharing a video on TikTok
- She brushed her teeth with Jack Daniel’s whiskey poured on a silver Spotify plaque commemorating 1 billion streams of the song
- Ke$ha also posted a heartfelt message about the creation and success of ‘TiK ToK’
- She mentioned that she would re-record the song’s opening line in light of allegations against P. Diddy
- Ke$ha has changed the song’s opening line to "Wake up in the morning like f**k P Diddy" at live shows and confirmed it is permanent
Kesha, the renowned pop star, recently celebrated the 15th anniversary of her chart-topping debut single ‘TiK ToK’ in a unique and fitting way. The 37-year-old singer marked the occasion by sharing a video on TikTok where she was seen brushing her teeth with Jack Daniel’s whiskey poured on a silver Spotify plaque that commemorates the impressive milestone of 1 billion streams of the iconic 2009 single.
In the video, Kesha humorously walks into the bathroom with another Spotify plaque, this time for her 2013 hit ‘Timber,’ before realizing her mistake and grabbing the correct plaque. She then proceeds to make a playful reference to the song’s famous lyric, "Before I leave, brush my teeth with a bottle of Jack / ‘Cause when I leave for the night, I ain’t comin’ back."
The video, which was shared on TikTok, featured Kesha jokingly captioning it with, "Swallow, don’t spit," adding a touch of humor to the nostalgic moment. This light-hearted celebration came after the singer posted a heartfelt message reflecting on the creation and success of ‘TiK ToK.’ The song spent nine weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart and has sold over eight million units in the U.S. since its release from her debut album, 2010’s ‘Animal.’
In her message, Kesha expressed her pride in ‘TiK ToK’ being the first single where her voice and name were credited. She recalled creating the song with a fun and happy vibe to reflect her own feelings and to spread that joy to her audience. The singer emphasized the importance of connecting to the emotions that the song evokes and the playful, wild, and naive side of herself that it represents.
Furthermore, Kesha acknowledged the changes in herself and the world since the song’s release, mentioning the need to protect the side of herself that ‘TiK ToK’ externalizes. She also made a significant announcement regarding the song’s opening lyric, which originally referenced P. Diddy. In light of the serious allegations against the rapper, Kesha revealed that she would be re-recording the song with an alternative first line, "Wake up in the morning like f**k P Diddy," as a permanent change.
The decision to alter the lyric came after Diddy faced multiple civil lawsuits accusing him of sex trafficking, sexual abuse, and rape, allegations that he vehemently denies. Kesha had already performed the modified version of the song at live shows following the controversy surrounding Diddy, including an appearance at Coachella in March where she sang the updated lyric alongside Reneé Rapp.
In conclusion, Kesha’s creative and lighthearted celebration of ‘TiK ToK’s 15th anniversary not only honored the song’s success but also highlighted her growth as an artist and her commitment to standing up for what she believes in. The singer’s decision to permanently change the song’s opening lyric demonstrates her dedication to ensuring that her music aligns with her values and principles.
/Digital Sauce
