"This Is How We Do" is a dance-pop and electropop song by Katy Perry from her fourth studio album, Prism (2013). It was released as the final single from the album on August 11, 2014. The song was co-written by Katy Perry with producers Max Martin and Klas Åhlund, who also produced it. It features a moderate hip hop tempo and is characterized by "synth squiggles" and melodic dots in its instrumentation. Lyrically, the song describes Katy Perry's hangout routine with her friends, featuring casual, fun activities like getting nails done, chatting about astrology, and karaoke, with a playful and laid-back vibe. The music video shows Perry and friends in various fun, everyday scenarios. The song was commercially successful, reaching top ten in Canada and Israel, and it was certified platinum in the US. The song's style and feel have been compared to previous Katy Perry hits like "California Gurls" and "Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)" with a similar party and fun aesthetic. It encourages a carefree good time, sometimes even suggesting spending money for fun. The official remix features rapper Riff Raff, and the music video has over 600 million views on YouTube as of a few years ago. Overall, "This Is How We Do" is a vibrant, carefree anthem about enjoying good times with friends in a relaxed and fun way.