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Katy Perry Releases 'Bandaids' as Fans Parse Possible References to Orlando Bloom Split

Interpretations tie the release to her summer split, with no confirmation from Perry.

Overview

  • The single and its music video debuted on November 6, 2025, marking Perry’s latest release following her separation from Orlando Bloom earlier this year.
  • Fans and entertainment outlets highlight lyrics about emotional distance and efforts to save a failing relationship as potential clues to the breakup.
  • Visuals in the video, including a lost engagement ring and a daisy motif, are being read as symbolic nods to her past relationship and her daughter, Daisy Dove Bloom.
  • Coverage consistently notes that neither Perry nor her team has stated the song is about Bloom, keeping the readings in the realm of interpretation.
  • Reports also point to recent public sightings of Perry with former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau, with Page Six–cited sources saying they began seeing each other in the summer.