Rebecca Black Credits Gay Sex for Surviving Katy Perry US, Canada Tour

Rebecca Black, known for her viral 2011 hit "Friday," has revealed that the secret to managing the stress and grueling schedule of supporting Katy Perry on the 2025 Lifetimes Tour was having "gay sex" with her girlfriend, whose identity she keeps private. This tour marked Black's first time performing in arenas with audiences exceeding 10,000 people, which initially left her overstimulated and scared, but she eventually found the experience rewarding and fun. Black emphasized the immense effort behind the scenes, noting it takes multiple cities of people working day and night to put on shows of that scale. Beyond touring, she released her second studio album, "Salvation," which celebrates freedom and queer identity, and has continued to collaborate with other artists while working on new music. Despite the challenges, Black remains energized by her busy career, balancing arena performances, DJ sets at festivals, and personal life. Her openness about her coping mechanisms and growth as an artist highlights her evolution from a teen viral sensation to a confident queer pop figure.