Katy Perry expresses her feelings about a failing relationship in her new single, Bandaids. The 41-year-old US singer, who ended her nearly decade-long relationship with Orlando Bloom, 48, in June, shared the song and its music video on Thursday.
The lyrics and video offer insight into the challenges that led to their breakup. She sings about her efforts to save the relationship:
“Hand to God, I promise I tried / There’s no stone left unturned.”
She points out the emotional distance she felt:
“It’s not what you did / It’s what you didn’t / You were there, but you weren’t.”
She also reflects on disappointment and false hope:
“Got so used to you letting me down / No use tryna send flowers now.”
“Telling myself you’ll change, you don’t / Band-Aids over a broken heart.”
The second verse highlights the steps she took to mend the bond:
“Tried all the medications / Lowered my expectations / Made every justification / Bleeding out, bleeding out, bleeding out slow.”
Katy Perry’s new song reveals her emotional journey and attempts to repair her relationship with Orlando Bloom before their split.
Author’s note: The song provides a raw and personal glimpse into the emotional toll behind a high-profile breakup.