<P> `` Roar '' is a song by American singer Katy Perry for her fourth studio album , Prism ( 2013 ) . It was released as the lead single from the record on August 10 , 2013 . Perry co-wrote the song with Bonnie McKee and its producers Dr. Luke , Max Martin , and Cirkut . It is a pop song containing elements of arena rock and lyrics centering on standing up for oneself and self - empowerment . Some critics praised the track 's production while others felt that its lyrics contained `` clichés '' . </P>
theme of the song roar by katy perry
standing up for oneself self - empowerment