Just a breath after their hearts intertwined on the collaborative album, I Said I Love You First, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco have gifted the world a little more of their sweet melody with the record’s deluxe edition. It’s as if they’re holding hands and inviting us closer to witness the blossoming of their love story through song.
The appropriately titled I Said I Love You First… And You Said It Back arrived with the swiftness of a shared glance across a crowded room, announced just two days prior, a secret whispered before a grand reveal.
“The deluxe version of my album with @itsbennyblanco is called I Said I Love You First…And You Said It Back and it’s out this Friday, 5/2!” Selena penned on Instagram, her words carrying the warmth of a shared smile.
“There are some new songs, some favorites you might recognize, and reimagined songs from the original album. Can’t wait for you to hear them!”
It’s an invitation to delve deeper into their shared world, a collection of moments and echoes of affection. Witnessing this artistic expression of their bond is truly heartwarming. There’s a unique beauty in how their personal connection translates into such tender melodies. This collaboration feels like a natural progression in their relationship, a harmonious blend of their individual artistic spirits finding a shared voice.
Alongside the original fourteen tracks, this expanded offering holds eight new treasures: unheard whispers, gentle remixes, and heartfelt collaborations. Among them, “That’s When I’ll Care” offers a poignant reflection, while “Talk” playfully borrows from a familiar tune. Selena’s solo piece, “Stained,” feels like a raw, intimate confession.
Friends contribute to a diverse musical collection featuring GloRilla’s energetic remix of “Cowboy,” DJ Sliink’s reimagined “Bluest Flame,” Gracie Abrams’ tender acoustic “Call Me When You Break Up,” a vulnerable live performance of “How Does It Feel to Be Forgotten,” and concludes with “Guess You Could Say I’m in Love,” in collaboration with Cigarettes After Sex.
The anticipation for this release was sweet, with teases of the “Talk” video urging fans to dream of prom nights. This playful nod followed Benny’s heartwarming Instagram post, a glimpse into a real-life fairytale where Selena finally experienced prom, adorned in a lilac gown, sharing a tender kiss with her beloved during a classic staircase reveal. The limo ride became a joyful announcement to the world: “We’re going to prom!”
Their journey, which began in the gentle unfolding of mid-2023, led to an engagement in December of last year. March brought I Said I Love You First, their first joint album, a testament to their connection that resonated deeply, landing at No. 2 on the Billboard 200.
Fans have already taken to social media to express their adoration:
@Selenator4Life exclaimed, “The new tracks are everything I hoped for and more! ‘Guess You Could Say I’m in Love’ is pure magic .”
@BennyAndSelenaForever, commented, “You can feel the love in every note. This album is a masterpiece!”
Now, I Said I Love You First… And You Said It Back is here, a further testament to their intertwined hearts, ready to be embraced and cherished.
Stream I Said I Love You First… And You Said It Back below and let the echoes of their love fill your own world.