Katy Perry Thanks Fans After New Song 'Roar' Hits Number One Around The World

14 August 2013, 13:50

The 'Firework' singer was snapped looking very happy while flying out of the Big Apple.

Katy Perry has issued a thanks to all of her fans after her new song 'Roar' reached number one on the iTunes chart in the US.

The 'Teenage Dream' singer was pictured all smiles while heading to JFK Airport in New York City this week, fresh from the huge success of her latest single.

Katy later took to twitter after finding out 'Roar' has already reached number one in 60 countries around the world just several days after its release.

"I leave for a few hours and this happens?! "@skywaterr: @katyperry #1 IN 60 COUNTRIES. I REPEAT 60 COUNTRIES," Katy tweeted this week, before adding: "Having a much deserved cheers after a long day. I'm lifting my glass to ALL of you, couldn't have done it without you. CHEERS TO YOU #ROAR."

Check out a picture of Katy Perry arriving at the airport in New York City below (Credit: Splash):

The 'California Gurls' singer is now preparing for the release of new album 'Prism' in November, the follow-up to 2010's 'Teenage Dream'.