"One of the Boys" album campaign was started in November 2007 with the release of the video to "Ur So Gay", aimed at introducing her to the music market. A digital EP led by "Ur So Gay" was later released to create online buzz.
This was a successful move that resulted in bringing Katy Perry to the attention of Madonna, who mentioned her on KISS FM and KRQ's JohnJay & Rich morning show in Arizona.
On March 10, 2008, Katy Perry appeared as herself on the ABC Family television series, Wildfire, on the episode "Life's Too Short".