Pop sensation Katy Perry has bared her soul in a new track following her split from actor Orlando Bloom. On November 6, Page Six reported that Katy Perry’s latest release offers a raw glimpse into the aftermath of their decade-long relationship. In her new song “Bandaids,” Perry doesn’t hold back: “I swear to God, I gave it my all / Turned every stone, answered every call / It’s not your actions, but your silence that stings / You were there in body, but your heart had taken wing.”
The lyrics continue, painting a picture of disillusionment: “Your letdowns became my norm / Too little, too late for flower-giving charm / ‘This time it’s different,’ I’d lie to myself / But you’re still you, and I’m left on the shelf.” Katy Perry delves deeper, chronicling her attempts to salvage the relationship: “I’ve tried every pill, lowered the bar / Made excuses galore, near and far / Our love bled out slowly, day by day / While I fought for us, you just walked away.” She concludes with a bittersweet acceptance: “No regrets, that’s what I’ll say / If I could, I’d love the same way / Our story left scars, but it was worth the ride / The pain and the beauty, side by side.”
The accompanying music video is rife with symbolism. A daisy, sharing the name of the couple’s young daughter, makes an appearance. In one poignant scene, Katy Perry accidentally drops a ring down the sink and injures herself trying to retrieve it – a metaphor for their crumbling relationship. This isn’t the first time Katy Perry has opened up about their dynamic. In a previous podcast, she revealed that Orlando Bloom’s domestic efforts were her love language, quipping, “Forget the Ferrari, just load the dishwasher.” The couple officially announced their split in July, ending a ten-year chapter. They emphasized their commitment to co-parenting their daughter with love, stability, and mutual respect. As Katy Perry navigates this new phase, rumors have begun swirling about a potential romance with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
