"Most introspective one": Fans react as Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco release their new album ‘I Said I Love You First'

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco have recently released their first collaborative album, I Said I Love You First. The 14-track project was dropped on March 21, 2025.

The album features a method of storytelling that might offer an intimate look into the couple's journey, reports suggest. This album is a relatively significant one in both artists' careers. Selena Gomez has spent quite a long time in the pop and R&B scene.

On the other hand, Benny Blanco is mainly known for his work as a producer for artists like Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber, and Halsey. He has now stepped further into the spotlight alongside his fiancée.

The duo began dating in mid-2023 and announced their engagement late last year. They have poured their personal experiences into this project, which is evident from the latest Instagram post of Selena Gomez.

The singer took to her official Instagram page to pen a long post as she announced her latest album, I Said I Love You First. The post read:

"I Said I Love You First with @itsbennyblanco is officially out in the world! 🖤 benny, thank you for being my own personal journal throughout this process. These songs represent our past, present and future… something I can’t wait to experience with you from now until forever. Thank you for pouring your unconditional love into creating this project with me."

She also added,

"To every collaborator on the album: @gracieabrams, @themarias, @finneas, @charlixcx and so many more, thank you for helping me communicate my deepest, truest self into art. I am forever grateful for your trust in creating something so special together."

She ended, writing:

"And finally, thank you to my amazing fans who have grown up with me and cheered me on through every chapter of this story. I hope you love these songs like I do and they help you along your own journey. Thank you for being a part of mine, it truly means the world to me. Thank you to everyone who worked so hard on this album."

As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, the album explores themes of self-doubt and the highs and lows of relationships, among others. It has featured contributions from artists like Gracie Abrams, Charli XCX, and J Balvin.

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Fans react to Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's ‘I Said I Love You First'

Pop Base took to its official X (formerly Twitter) handle to share:

"Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco have released their new album ‘I Said I Love You First.’"

Fans were notably quick to weigh in under the comment section of the post as they shared their thoughts on the newly launched album of Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco. Below are what some of them had to remark:

"Yes, and one of her most introspective ones. Collection of songs about her mother, father and bonds with her family.", declared a fan.

"Coming to flop harder than Gaga", criticized another.

"Hailey was the first to listen", penned a third.

"'I Said I Love You First' time to hit play and feel the pulsating vibes, Thanks Selena G & Benny B.", lauded a fourth.

Others also chimed in:

"The Queen is back. Are we streaming?", asked an X user.

"I just got done listening to all of her songs and I love the whole album as a whole", added another.

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Tracklist for 'I Said I Love You First'

• I Said I Love You First
• Younger and Hotter Than Me
• Call Me When You Break Up (Selena’s Edition)
• Ojos Tristes
• Don’t Wanna Cry
• Sunset Blvd
• Cowboy
• Bluest Flame
• How Does It Feel to Be Forgotten
• Do You Wanna Be Perfect
• You Said You Were Sorry
• I Can’t Get Enough
• Don’t Take It Personally
• Scared of Loving You

For Selena Gomez, 'I Said I Love You First' is her first full-length release since her 2021 Spanish EP, 'Revelacion.'

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