As the fourth quarter looms, so too does the return of many a Pop force. Indeed, joining the likes of Lady GaGa and Mariah Carey is Billboard darling Katy Perry.

Presently revving up her promo machine ahead of the unveiling of her new single, the ‘Teenage Dream’ hitmaker covers the UK edition of Elle magazine — looking delightfully diva, if we must say.

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So-so performances and unnecessary re-release aside, it’s hard to deny Ms. Perry’s last “era” served up many a gem. After a (relatively) long spell away from the limelight, though, it’ll be interesting to see if she can replicate such success. Do you feel she can?

Your thoughts?