Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco to Release Debut Collaborative Album

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 13, 2025 — Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco have announced their first collaborative album, “I Said I Love You First,” scheduled for release on March 21, 2025. The announcement coincided with the launch of the album’s first single, a guitar-driven ballad titled “Scared of Loving You,” which debuted on streaming platforms and features a intimate music video.

The single, written by Gomez, Blanco, and Finneas, explores themes of love and vulnerability. In the chorus, Gomez sings, “‘Cause I’m not scared of loving you / I’m just scared of losing you…” The couple’s chemistry is visually captured in the music video, which portrays their bond during a relaxed morning in bed.

According to a press release, “I Said I Love You First” will reflect the journey of Gomez and Blanco’s relationship, showcasing their story from falling in love to their future together. The album aims to celebrate their experiences and connection, offering fans a unique glimpse into their lives. “It chronicles their entire story — before they met, falling in love, and looking to what the future holds,” the statement read.

Gomez, who has taken a break from her music career to focus on acting, has garnered multiple nominations for her work, including a recent BAFTA nod for her role in the upcoming film, “Emilia Perez.” In an Instagram post announcing the album, she expressed her excitement, stating, “Our first song, Scared of Loving You is out now… We can’t wait to share this special project with you soon!”

Blanco, known for producing hit tracks for various artists, echoed Gomez’s enthusiasm, adding, “I can’t believe I get to spend the rest of my life with you” in his own Instagram post. The couple has collaborated previously, including on the 2019 single “I Can’t Get Enough.”nnFans eagerly await the release of the full album, which promises to feature their distinctive storytelling blended with catchy pop melodies. The lead single is already generating buzz as an indicator of the heartfelt themes to come.