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Selena Gomez's album is not about Justin Bieber

thenews.com.pk — March 23, 2025 at 05:01 PM UTC

Selena Gomez has clarified that her new album, "I Said I Love You First," is not inspired by her past relationship with Justin Bieber. During an interview on Spotify's Countdown To I Said I Love You First on March 19, Gomez addressed fan theories suggesting the songs were directed at Bieber. Gomez, 32, emphasized that while listeners are free to interpret her music, most of the album is about her personal growth and friendships. She explained that her work with collaborator Blanco reflects her life experiences, rather than focusing on any one person. Despite her comments, some fans continue to analyze the lyrics closely. In her song "You Said You Were Sorry," Gomez sings about an ex, leading fans to believe it might be about Bieber. Other tracks, such as "How Does It Feel to Be Forgotten" and "Don’t Wanna Cry," have fans speculating further. Gomez and Bieber's on-and-off relationship lasted eight years, ending in 2018. Bieber married Hailey Baldwin that same year, which has fueled ongoing speculation about Gomez's feelings.

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Taylor Swift supports Selena Gomez's new album release (independent.co.uk)

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Taylor Swift celebrates Gomez and Blanco's new album release (economictimes.indiatimes.com)

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Taylor Swift supports Selena Gomez's new album release (ndtv.com)

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Taylor Swift supports Selena Gomez's new album release (deadline.com)

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Taylor Swift supports Selena Gomez's new album release (timesnownews.com)

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Taylor Swift supports Selena Gomez after Blake Lively fallout (tmz.com)

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Taylor Swift publicly supports Selena Gomez's new album (geo.tv)

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Selena Gomez announces song release, thanks Taylor Swift (thenews.com.pk)

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Taylor Swift returns to social media for Selena Gomez (marca.com)

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Taylor Swift loves Selena Gomez's new album (dailymail.co.uk)

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Taylor Swift praises Gomez and Blanco's new album (nypost.com)

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Taylor Swift praises Selena Gomez's new album online (nbcnews.com)

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Taylor Swift endorses Selena Gomez's new album release (justjared.com)

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Taylor Swift praises Selena Gomez’s new album release (independent.co.uk)

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Taylor Swift returns to Instagram to support Selena Gomez (news.yahoo.com)

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Selena Gomez references Taylor Swift in new album (thenews.com.pk)

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Taylor Swift loves Selena Gomez's new album (usmagazine.com)

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Taylor Swift supports Selena Gomez's new album release (thenews.com.pk)

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Taylor Swift praises Selena Gomez's new album on Instagram (billboard.com)

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Selena Gomez releases long-awaited track "Stained" today (geo.tv)

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Selena Gomez's song hints at Taylor Swift connection (usmagazine.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco release collaborative album (news18.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco release joint album together (cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco release collaborative album (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco release joint album together (channelnewsasia.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco release collaborative album (forbes.com)

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Selena Gomez's album references her past with Justin Bieber (timesnownews.com)

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Selena Gomez's new song may reference Taylor Swift (billboard.com)

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Selena Gomez's album sparks speculation about Justin Bieber (dailymail.co.uk)

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Selena Gomez reveals surprise engagement on Jimmy Fallon (nzherald.co.nz)

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Selena Gomez's new track hints at Justin Bieber (news18.com)

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Selena Gomez's new song sparks Hailey Bieber speculation (dailymail.co.uk)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco release diverse love album (apnews.com)

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Selena Gomez's new album sparks Justin Bieber speculation (eonline.com)

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Selena Gomez shares wedding plans with Benny Blanco (thenews.com.pk)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco not rushing wedding plans (geo.tv)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco celebrate their engagement (geo.tv)

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Selena Gomez felt mortified at Taylor Swift's party (hellomagazine.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco release collaborative album (news.yahoo.com)

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Selena Gomez hints at past relationship with Justin Bieber (nypost.com)

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Selena Gomez's new album hints at closure from Bieber (news.yahoo.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco release new album together (economictimes.indiatimes.com)

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Selena Gomez's song speculated to reference Justin Bieber (cosmopolitan.com)

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Selena Gomez almost skipped Benny Blanco's proposal surprise (hollywoodreporter.com)

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Benny Blanco becomes Taylor Swift fan thanks to Selena Gomez (thenews.com.pk)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco engaged, love story revealed (news.yahoo.com)

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Selena Gomez's song reflects personal growth, not diss (nypost.com)

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Selena Gomez nearly missed Benny Blanco's proposal (comingsoon.net)

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Selena Gomez celebrates album release with Benny Blanco (geo.tv)

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Selena Gomez's new album explores intimate themes (tmz.com)

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Selena Gomez releases new album with Benny Blanco (eonline.com)

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Benny Blanco exposed inconsistency in Selena Gomez's story (uproxx.com)

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Selena Gomez engaged to Benny Blanco after confusion (nypost.com)

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Selena Gomez nearly missed Benny Blanco's proposal (news18.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco release first album together (dailymail.co.uk)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco release collaborative album (hollywoodreporter.com)

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Selena Gomez releases album about Benny Blanco and Bieber (nypost.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco release collaborative album (variety.com)

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Selena Gomez's album explores her relationship with Benny Blanco (news18.com)

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Selena Gomez embarrassed arriving early at Taylor Swift's party (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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Selena Gomez's net worth vastly surpasses Benny Blanco's (cheatsheet.com)

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Benny Blanco becomes a fan of Taylor Swift (cosmopolitan.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco promote new album together (rollingstone.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco discuss wedding plans (us.hola.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco engaged, releasing album soon (nypost.com)

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Benny Blanco credits Selena Gomez for loving Taylor Swift (billboard.com)

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Selena Gomez embarrassed for arriving early at Swift's party (eonline.com)

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Selena Gomez shares party story about Taylor Swift (usmagazine.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco buy mansion for $35 million (marca.com)

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Selena Gomez shares emotions before new song release (geo.tv)

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Selena Gomez teases album with 'Wizards' reference (uproxx.com)

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Selena Gomez felt mortified arriving early to Swift's party (comingsoon.net)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco debut new song in NYC (uproxx.com)

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Selena Gomez enjoys date night in New York City (dailymail.co.uk)

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Selena Gomez surprises fans at NYC screening event (thenews.com.pk)

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Selena Gomez surprises fans at New York Imax screening (news.yahoo.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco faced fame-related relationship challenges (cheatsheet.com)

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Benny Blanco shares intimate feelings about Selena Gomez (geo.tv)

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Benny Blanco reminisces about first kiss with Selena Gomez (news.yahoo.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco buy $35M Beverly Hills home (dailymail.co.uk)

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Blanco and Gomez's single inspired by their first date (billboard.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco flaunt contrasting fashion styles (nypost.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco prioritize music over wedding (hindustantimes.com)

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Selena Gomez reveals she said "I love you" first (news18.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco celebrate engagement with dinner (vogue.com)

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Selena Gomez's words inspire Benny Blanco's new album (news18.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco spotted in NYC (geo.tv)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco enjoy date night in NYC (dailymail.co.uk)

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Bieber and Hailey accused of copying Gomez and Blanco (dailymail.co.uk)

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Selena Gomez eagerly plans her wedding to Benny Blanco (eonline.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco buy $35 million Beverly Hills home (thesun.co.uk)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco engaged, focusing on present (news18.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco debut album on March 21 (geo.tv)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco excited for album release (thenews.com.pk)

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Selena Gomez envisions daily wedding ideas, not rushing (thenews.com.pk)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco embrace themed fashion outings (usmagazine.com)

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco prioritize album release over wedding (rollingstone.com)

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