Katy Perry Takes 'Brutal' Swipe at Ex-Fiancé Orlando Bloom in New Song
The couple parted ways earlier this year after nearly ten years together. Katy Perry appears to have opened up about the reasons for her separation from Orlando Bloom through her latest song.
A Decade-Long Relationship
The 48-year-old actor, best known for his role in "The Lord of the Rings," began dating pop star Katy Perry, 40, in 2016. They briefly split the following year but soon reconciled, later welcoming their daughter, Daisy Dove, in 2020.
Rumors about a quiet breakup began circulating earlier this year. Representatives confirmed in July that the two, who had been engaged since 2019, had been "shifting their relationship over the past many months to focus on coparenting."
New Chapter and New Music
Having reportedly moved on with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, 53, Katy has released a new single that sheds emotional light on the end of her relationship with Bloom.
Song Details
The track, titled Bandaids, was released on Friday. Its lyrics depict heartbreak and emotional recovery after a painful breakup.
"Hand to God, I promise I tried / There’s no stone left unturned."
"It’s not what you did / It’s what you didn’t / You were there, but you weren’t."
"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."
In the second verse, Katy implies she tried to salvage the relationship, reflecting on the challenges they faced before their final split.
Author Summary
Perry’s bittersweet single Bandaids mirrors the closure of her long relationship with Bloom, blending honesty, regret, and emotional resilience.