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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's Collaborative Album Wins Acclaim

The newly engaged couple reflect on their love story and personal growth in 'I Said I Love You First,' featuring diverse collaborations and intimate themes.

BEVERLY HILLS - JANUARY 7: Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift at the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards, airing live from the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT, on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. Photo: Todd Williamson/CBS via Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco released their joint album 'I Said I Love You First' on March 21, 2025, marking Gomez's first musical project in five years.
  • The 14-track album explores themes of love, personal growth, and relationships, blending their shared experiences with collaborations from artists like Charli XCX, Gracie Abrams, and Finneas.
  • Despite speculation about lyrics referencing Gomez's past relationships, she clarified that the album primarily focuses on her current life and relationship with Blanco.
  • The couple, who announced their engagement in December 2024, have delayed wedding planning due to their busy professional schedules, including Gomez filming 'Only Murders in the Building.'
  • The album has been widely praised, with Taylor Swift publicly endorsing it on Instagram, calling it one of her favorite releases.