Voice & Trauma in Kesha’s “Praying”
Emily Milius
10 December 2020
“Praying,” Kesha’s first ballad, was written about her recovery from traumatic abuse by her former producer, Dr. Luke. Her voice depicts this journey.
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“Praying,” Kesha’s first ballad, was written about her recovery from traumatic abuse by her former producer, Dr. Luke. Her voice depicts this journey.
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