Katy Perry’s latest album, Smile, has been released, and her fans are eagerly analyzing every word in search of any references to her fiancé, Orlando Bloom. Interestingly enough, there are several songs that appear to be inspired by their relationship, such as “Never Worn White” and “Champagne Problems,” which explore the highs and lows they have experienced together.
Perry and Bloom have had a somewhat tumultuous relationship since 2016, but they finally got engaged in February 2019. They recently became parents to a baby girl, Daisy Dove Bloom, who joins big brother Flynn from Bloom’s previous marriage to Miranda Kerr. Perry has written several songs about her love for Bloom, which we’ll explore below. The first one is called “Champagne Problems.”
During an interview with People, Perry shared that her split from Bloom in 2017 was the inspiration behind her song “Never Really Over.” The track depicts the intensity and challenges of their relationship, which is relatable to everyone as every relationship has its own share of difficulties. Perry believes that a real relationship will always challenge you and bring out the best in you. She understands Justin Timberlake’s quote “You’re my mirror” because it’s true that your partner reflects back the things you can’t see about yourself.
Perry shares that their relationship has been a never-ending evolution, and it’s not always perfect. However, they have shown each other all the good and bad sides and have fought for their best selves. Now, they both joke about the things they still need to work on. They know that they have gotten through a lot of tough times, so the remaining issues seem like champagne problems.
The song “Never Really Over” by Katy Perry is all about a relationship that keeps going back and forth, just like her own romance with Orlando Bloom. Perry and Bloom’s love story started in 2016 but they decided to take a break in 2017. However, after a year, they reconciled and got back together. Although Perry hasn’t specifically confirmed that the song is about Bloom, the lyrics suggest otherwise. For instance, the line “Two years and just like that / My head still takes me back / Thought it was done but I / Guess it’s never really over” strongly indicates that it’s inspired by their relationship. On the other hand, Perry’s latest song “Harleys in Hawaii” is a different story altogether.
In a 2019 interview with the Zach Sang Show, Katy Perry shared that her song “Harleys in Hawaii” was inspired by a romantic motorcycle ride she took with her then-boyfriend, Orlando Bloom, during the filming of American Idol in Hawaii. Perry described the experience of feeling the wind blowing on her face as they rode on a rented Harley. She then shared with Bloom her intention to write a song called “Harleys in Hawaii,” which she did. The song just came to her naturally. Another song by Perry is “Never Worn White.”
Perry and Bloom became engaged in February of 2019, and it’s rumored that the ballad was inspired by their love story. Perry also revealed her pregnancy with her first child, a daughter named Daisy Dove Bloom, through the music video. The song is titled “Into Me You See.”
During a performance in Tokyo back in 2018, Perry seemed to have dedicated her song to Bloom. She expressed her gratitude to her fans and acknowledged the love she felt from Bloom. The singer then introduced her next song, which is about an unparalleled feeling of being seen and loved. Perry entitled it “Into Me You See” and dedicated it to “Bubba Doo.”
