Global pop superstar Katy Perry has ushered in a bold new era with her latest single “Bandaids.” Released November 6, the pop-rock track finds Perry getting deeply personal. Lyrically, “Bandaids” confronts the heartbreak of a failed romance – reportedly inspired by her recent split from Orlando Bloom – and pairs raw, vulnerable verses with a soaring chorus. Critics are praising the song’s honest, guitar-driven sound and calling it a powerful comeback anthem for Perry.
In the accompanying music video, which Perry co-directed, the singer uses dark humor and symbolism to dramatize her pain. The cinematic clip puts Perry through a series of calamities – including a kitchen mishap with her ring, a gas station explosion, and a near car crash – each representing part of her broken heart. A tender final scene shows a single daisy, a nod to Perry’s young daughter and a sign of hope amid the chaos. On social media, Perry admitted she “struggled for months” to release such a vulnerable song, but said she hopes it helps others “not feel so alone” in their heartbreak. With “Bandaids,” Katy Perry isn’t just covering up old wounds – she’s baring them, signaling a new chapter in her career.
