Katy Perry appeared keen to show the world her relationship with Russell Brand is the ‘real deal’ as they walked through Los Angeles yesterday.
The singer wore a midriff-revealing T-shirt emblazoned with the song lyrics: ‘The Real S***, S*** to make you feel s***.’, as she and Brand, 34, popped out to buy smoothies and petrol.
Katy’s choice of words, taken from the Lil Kim and Mobb Deep song Quiet Storm, appears to be a retort to speculation that her relationship with Brand was merely a publicity stunt.
Making a statement: Katy Perry wore a midriff-revealing T-shirt with the words ‘The real s***, s*** to make you feel s***’ emblazoned on the front as she walked with boyfriend Russell Brand in Los Angeles
Despite Brand’s reputation as a bit of a lothario, the couple have been inseparable since last month’s MTV Video Music Awards in New York.
They have even been reportedly looking for an LA love-nest together in Britney Spears’ neighbourhood of West Beverly Hills and West Hollywood.
An LA estate agent insider told Heat magazine: ‘They’re hoping to lease a house for around $7,500 a month. They have just spent a few days searching for a traditional home in LA.
Coupled up: Perry and Brand, who are reportedly looking for a Hollywood love-nest together, popped out for smoothies and petrol
‘Katy comes from a very conservative family and Russell has made it clear that he’s OK with her trying to recreate that atmosphere. They’ve not been dating long, but they can’t wait to move in together.
On Saturday night, Perry celebrated her 25th birthday with a Charlie And The Chocolate Factory-themed party.
The Beach on Sunset restaurant was transformed into Willy Wonka’s factory for the bash, which later saw guests doused in neon paint.
Running short: Opting for fashion over practicality, Katy wore a micro-mini to fill up her car
