"Bad Blood" is about the end of a friendship or romantic relationship. It discusses how even though things were once very good between two people, deep betrayal and a broken trust has caused a rift that may be too difficult to mend. The chorus suggests that the person the song is directed at may be feeling regretful, while the verses and pre-choruses point to persistent hurt and resentment that speaks to a much deeper grudge. The bridge emphasizes how even apologies are not enough to repair the damage that has been done.

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