Overview
- Released Nov. 6–7, the single reflects on a relationship’s breakdown with lyrics about unmet needs and trying to make things work.
- The music video uses symbolic imagery, including a ring slipping down a drain and perilous close calls, before a daisy appears as a nod to her daughter.
- Perry and Orlando Bloom confirmed in July that they had ended their engagement and were shifting to co-parenting their 5-year-old, Daisy Dove.
- Fan response has been strong, with 'Bandaids' topping Billboard’s weekly reader poll with 44% of the vote.
- In her Instagram post, Perry said she found it scary to be vulnerable and hoped the song would give strength to listeners; coverage continues to link the narrative to her recent personal life, including a reported romance with Justin Trudeau.