Pop superstar Katy Perry is entering a new phase of self-discovery and emotional renewal — and she’s expressing it through her latest single, “Bandaids.” Released on Thursday, November 6, the track is accompanied by a striking, symbolic music video directed by Christian Breslauer, marking Perry’s first major release since her 2024 album 143.
The song delves into the emotional aftermath of her split from Orlando Bloom, offering a raw look at heartbreak, resilience, and acceptance. The music video begins with Perry in a cozy kitchen, where an ordinary mishap — dropping her ring down the sink — spirals into a surreal, Final Destination-style series of near-disasters. Each close call reflects the chaos and absurdity of emotional survival, culminating in a powerful finale where Perry is engulfed by an explosion — a metaphor for release and rebirth.
Lyrically, “Bandaids” captures the ache of feeling unseen in love. “It’s not what you did, it’s what you didn’t / You were there but you weren’t,” she sings, revealing wounds that temporary “bandaids” could never truly heal. The chorus builds on that metaphor — small patches over a broken heart — as Perry reflects on patterns of disappointment and denial.
Midway through, the tone softens into nostalgia and acceptance: “If I had to do it all over again, I would still do it all over again.” A shot of a daisy flower subtly honors her daughter, Daisy Dove, symbolizing enduring love beyond heartbreak.
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Following her June 2025 split from Bloom, Perry confirmed that their focus remains co-parenting with mutual respect. Recently, she’s been seen with Justin Trudeau, confirming a new romance during her Lifetimes Tour in Prague. With “Bandaids,” Perry embraces both pain and healing — marking a bold, beautiful new chapter in her life and art.
