Selena Gomez just pulled off the ultimate surprise for fans—new music is coming, and it’s a deeply personal project. On February 13, the singer and actress took to social media to announce her upcoming album, I Said I Love You First, revealing that she created it alongside fiancé Benny Blanco.
The album, set to drop on March 21, comes just weeks after Gomez hinted at stepping back from the pop scene, making this unexpected release all the more exciting. “I tricked you guys,” she teased on Instagram, before revealing that she crafted the record with her “best friend.”
The first single, “Scared of Loving You,” offers a raw and emotional glimpse into Gomez’s personal life. “When I was young, I would love too fast / Hope I don’t repeat my past / ‘Cause I’m not scared of loving you / I’m just scared of losing you,” she sings over a sparse, intimate melody.
Gomez and Blanco have worked together before, collaborating on hits like “Kill Em with Kindness” and “Same Old Love.” Their most recent project, “Single Soon,” hinted at their evolving musical connection, but I Said I Love You Firsttakes it to a whole new level.
With a release date set and pre-orders open, fans won’t have to wait long to hear what else Gomez and Blanco have in store. If “Scared of Loving You” is any indication, this album is shaping up to be one of her most personal yet.
[Verse 1]
If I broke your heart, would you take me back?
If I broke my arm, would you sign my cast?
When I was young, I would love too fast
Hope I don’t repeat my past
[Chorus]
‘Cause I’m not scared of lovin’ you
I’m just scared of losin’ you
I’m not scared of anyone or dying young
Or if you’re gonna find somebody new
‘Cause how could they love you
As much as I do?
As much as I do
[Verse 2]
If I lose my shit, promise not to laugh
If I throw a fit and get photographed
Would you take my side? Would you hold my hand?
If they sell a lie, don’t let ’em send me back
[Chorus]
‘Cause I’m not scared of lovin’ you
I’m just scared of losin’ you
I’m not scared of anyone or dying young
Or if you’re gonna find somebody new
‘Cause how could they love you
As much as I do?
As much as I do
