Lizzo recently shared a personal moment from the set of her new music video for “Love in Real Life.” The singer opened up about the emotional experience, revealing that she dedicated Katy Perry’s song “Firework” to her dog, who passed away on Christmas Eve 2023.
Lizzo reveals she dedicated Katy Perry’s “Fireworks” to late dog
Lizzo has never been one to shy away from expressing her emotions, and the loss of her beloved dog Pooka has been no exception. In a behind-the-scenes look at her “Love in Real Life” music video, she shared a deeply emotional moment, caught between laughter and tears.
Taking to Instagram, she revealed the song, playing during the filming of the scene, held a special meaning. “In case u were wondering what I was listening to when I filmed the crying laughing hysterical scene… this was the song I dedicated to my dog Pooka, who we lost on Xmas Eve… gets me every time,” she wrote, tagging @katyperry and adding #loveinreallife.
The post quickly gained traction, racking up over 17.3K likes and hundreds of heartfelt comments within hours. Fans flooded the comments with condolences, sharing their own stories of losing beloved pets. One follower wrote, “The pain of losing your Baby (dog) is so heartbreaking. Sending you love and sparkles.” Another shared, “I’m so sorry about your Pooka.” A fan reflected, “I lost my dog on Christmas last year 🙁 I wish our furry friends had longer life spans.”
Pooka’s death has been particularly tough on Lizzo, as she has shared her journey of grieving with her followers. A day after Pooka’s passing in 2023, the singer posted a heartfelt tribute filled with photos that captured their happiest moments together. Her raw vulnerability struck a chord with her audience, making it clear just how much Pooka meant to her.
Choosing Katy Perry’s song “Firework” as Pooka’s tribute song is a fitting way for Lizzo to honor her beloved dog. The song’s message of self-worth and resilience not only reflects Pooka’s bright spirit but also resonates with Lizzo’s own journey of healing and self-reflection.
