In an interview with People, Perry revealed that she's particularly fond of Pikachu. "I'm really attached to the hero," she said. "I know there are others in the game, but I just found Pikachu to be really cute."
According to Perry, she and Pikachu also have a lot in common. "I understand the story of Pikachu," she explained. "On the surface, you might just think I'm just cute, have a couple of cute songs. But if you dig deeper, you'll realize 'Chained to the Rhythm' is not just a fun little song!"
Getting involved with Pokémon is about more than just childhood nostalgia, though — it's also about Perry's legacy. "In this moment of unknown, there are dependable places and characters and institutions and people, and I hope I can be one of them," she explained. "That's what I hope for in my personal self, and even in my involvement with this collab."
