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.