Katy Perry has released her new single “bandaids”, accompanied by a visually striking and emotionally charged video directed by Christian Breslauer, produced by London Alley and The Lucky Bastards, and released under Capitol Records.
The song tells the story of a relationship held together by fragile hope — a recurring attempt to mend a love that’s already fallen apart. With lyrics like “bandaids over a broken heart,” Perry delivers a heartfelt reflection on the pain of trying to heal what can’t be fixed. The video complements the theme with a sequence of symbolic accidents and losses, portraying emotional wounds and the process of letting go.
Critics have praised “bandaids” as one of Perry’s most personal and vulnerable releases to date. Moving away from her trademark pop spectacle, she embraces a more honest and stripped-down sound, proving once again her ability to evolve while staying true to her emotional core. The single signals a new and mature artistic phase for the global pop star.
