Scared of Loving You: Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s Intimate New Single & Album
You know, in the ever-spinning carousel of pop music, where relationships bloom and sometimes wither under the harsh glare of the spotlight, there’s something genuinely intriguing about Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco. It’s not just another celebrity pairing; it feels… well, let’s just say it feels like it might actually mean something. And now, they’re channeling that “something” directly into our earbuds.
Gomez, riding high on the critical acclaim of her acting turn in Emilia Pérez and basking in the glow of a recent engagement to Blanco – not to mention the renewal of Only Murders in the Building (season five, can you believe it?) – has just dropped a delightful little bomb. A new album, folks. And not just any album, but a full-on collaboration with her fiancé, Benny Blanco. “My best friend,” she calls him on Instagram, and you get the sense it’s more than just PR speak.
“I always trick you guys,” Gomez playfully confessed on Instagram, because, you know, that’s how these announcements go these days. But the trick isn’t the point; the music is. I Said I Love You First, the album, arrives on March 21st. And to whet our appetites, they’ve released the first single, “Scared of Loving You,” already available on all those streaming platforms. For those of you still clinging to physical media (and who can blame you?), pre-orders are open for merchandise and signed goodies. They’re clearly excited, and honestly, so am I.
This isn’t some random studio hook-up. Blanco, the man behind the boards, is no slouch. Eleven Grammy nominations? Yeah, he’s got the resume. We’re talking about a producer and songwriter who’s worked with everyone from Ed Sheeran to BTS, Eminem to, yes, Justin Bieber (awkward exes, anyone?). The list goes on – Halsey, Katy Perry, Maroon 5, Christina Aguilera, Britney Spears, Rihanna, Sia, The Weeknd, Kanye West, Avicii… you get the picture. The man’s a hit-making machine. And now he’s turning his attention, and presumably his heart, to a full project with Gomez.
“Scared of Loving You,” co-written by Gomez, Blanco, and Finneas (yes, Billie Eilish’s brother, keeping it in the family of pop royalty), dives right into the deep end of relationship anxieties. “If I lose my shit, promise not to laugh,” Gomez sings, laying it all bare. It’s vulnerable, it’s catchy, and it’s undeniably personal. The lyric video, which they dropped on YouTube, is all bedroom giggles and stolen kisses. It’s their love story, unfolding in real-time, set to a pop beat.
The press release tells us this album is a chronicle – “before they met, falling in love, and looking to what the future holds.” It’s ambitious, isn’t it? To map out a relationship through song. But if anyone can pull it off, it might just be these two. Gomez, who gave us the raw vulnerability of Rare back in 2020 (remember “I want a boyfriend”? Manifestation in action!), and Blanco, who explored collaborative soundscapes in his Friends Keep Secrets projects.
“I can’t believe I get to spend the rest of my life with you,” Blanco posted on Instagram. It’s the kind of sentiment that makes you roll your eyes a little, maybe even cringe. But then you listen to “Scared of Loving You,” and you see those goofy grins in the lyric video, and you think, maybe, just maybe, this pop romance is the real deal. And maybe, just maybe, their album will give us a soundtrack to believe in love again, or at least, in their version of it. We’ll find out on March 21st. Until then, I’ll be hitting repeat on “Scared of Loving You,” trying to decode their love language, one pop hook at a time.
FAQs:
When was Selena Gomez’s last solo album released before this collaboration?
Selena Gomez released her album Rare in 2020, which included hits like “Lose You to Love Me.
What kind of music is Benny Blanco known for producing?
Benny Blanco is a highly sought-after pop music producer and songwriter, known for his work with a wide range of artists across different pop subgenres.
When will the album I Said I Love You First be released?
The collaborative album I Said I Love You First by Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco is set to be released on March 21st.
What is the theme of the album I Said I Love You First?
The album is described as chronicling Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s love story, from before they met to their future together.
Who wrote “Scared of Loving You”?
“Scared of Loving You” was co-written by Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco, and Finneas O’Connell (Billie Eilish’s brother and collaborator).
Why is Finneas mentioned in connection with Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s song?
Finneas co-wrote “Scared of Loving You” with Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco. He is known for his songwriting and production work, particularly with his sister Billie Eilish.
What is “Scared of Loving You” about?
The song explores themes of relationship anxieties and vulnerabilities within a romantic relationship.
