The Beautiful Story Behind Katy Perry's 'Smile' – Cole Owen
: Lyrics such as "We put the dirty work in / Now we're celebrating" emphasize that their current stability was earned through difficult "make-ups to breakups". The Smile Video Series
The song reflects the evolution of Perry’s real-life relationship with Orlando Bloom. In interviews, Perry described the track as a celebration of the "dirty work" required to maintain a healthy partnership.
As part of the Smile Video Series released in late August 2020, Perry debuted a dedicated visual for the track.
: The title uses the common idiom "champagne problems" to contrast her current minor issues with the heavy, existential crises (like depression and breakups) she faced in earlier years.
The Beautiful Story Behind Katy Perry's 'Smile' – Cole Owen
: Lyrics such as "We put the dirty work in / Now we're celebrating" emphasize that their current stability was earned through difficult "make-ups to breakups". The Smile Video Series
The song reflects the evolution of Perry’s real-life relationship with Orlando Bloom. In interviews, Perry described the track as a celebration of the "dirty work" required to maintain a healthy partnership.
As part of the Smile Video Series released in late August 2020, Perry debuted a dedicated visual for the track.
: The title uses the common idiom "champagne problems" to contrast her current minor issues with the heavy, existential crises (like depression and breakups) she faced in earlier years.