The song details a "bittersweet story" of a youthful summer love that ended prematurely.
While fans long speculated about the subject, Perry revealed in 2017 that the song was actually about her past relationship with classical crossover star Josh Groban . Groban himself was surprised by the revelation, jokingly noting he never owned the Mustang or the matching tattoos mentioned in the lyrics. Katy Perry - The One That Got Away
The lyrics pay homage to iconic music, referencing the band Radiohead and comparing the couple's bond to the legendary romance of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash . Cinematic Music Video The song details a "bittersweet story" of a