: Critics noted the track's departure from Perry’s previous "purposeful pop" era toward a more sultry, mature sound that blends pop, R&B, and trap influences.
The song was directly inspired by a vacation Perry took to Oahu, Hawaii, with her then-fiancé, . During a motorcycle ride, Perry turned to Bloom and declared her intent to write a song titled "Harleys in Hawaii". Katy Perry - Harleys In Hawaii (Official)
"Harleys in Hawaii" is characterized by a mid-tempo, "gently undulating" beat. : Critics noted the track's departure from Perry’s