Dua Lipa and James Corden's 'New Rules' parody is an anthem for coronavirus dating

"One: There's a new third base / It's when you get to see their lower face."
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Dua Lipa and James Corden's 'New Rules' parody is an anthem for coronavirus dating
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"Wear a mask / Wash your hands / It's not like you have / Other plans."

Dating is already a tricky, complicated business, but the coronavirus — and the virtual/socially distanced dates it's led to — have only added to this.

Here to drum home just how messy the whole thing has become is Dua Lipa and James Corden, with a COVID-19 dating-themed parody of the singer's hit songs "Don't Start Now" and "New Rules."

Remember: "One: There's a new third base / It's when you get to see their lower face."

Also, it goes without saying, but make sure you follow your government's coronavirus rules for socialising ahead of Dua Lipa's, even though she is undeniably wise.

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Sam Haysom

Sam Haysom is the Deputy UK Editor for Mashable. He covers entertainment and online culture, and writes horror fiction in his spare time.


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