Katy Perry says a Kanye West presidency could be ‘a little wild’

‘The Presidential job is best suited for someone with experience,’ said the popstar

Katy Perry has criticised Kanye West‘s announcement that he would be running for president later this year, saying the job “is best suited for someone with experience”.

West alleged on 4 July that he would be seeking office in the next election, although experts remain dubious that he will actually run.

Speaking on Hits Radio UK, Perry addressed the claims. “Well I think, you know, looking back, is that the Presidential job is best suited for someone with experience, and that is a pro in their field,” she said.

“I think we have seen and learned from experience that when we don’t have pros in the position, that it can get a little wild,” she added.

However, while the “I Kissed a Girl” singer seemed to disparage West’s credentials, she also expressed her admiration for him as an artist.

“I love Kanye! He is amazing! I just, you know, I love him as an artist,” she said. ”And I think he’s an incredible disruptor as an artist, and a conversation, you know, maker, as an artist. And that’s what I love the most about him.”

Perry is about to release a new album; her appearance on the radio followed the debut of her new single, “Smile”.

TV personality Sharon Osbourne also recently criticised West, calling the billionaire rapper and producer “embarrassing” for soliciting a government loan worth between $2m and $5m (£1.6m and £4m) to avoid layoffs at his footwear company Yeezy.

Tesla entrepreneur Elon Musk had indicated that he would be endorsing West’s presidential run, but has since suggested he is reconsidering his position.