The power pop track was speculated to be lyrically inspired by her relationship with her ex-husband Russell Brand.
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In an interview with YouTube about Teenage Dream in August 2010, Perry revealed that "Hummingbird Heartbeat" was one of the first songs she wrote for the album after she finished her Hello Katy Tour (2009).