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Selena Gomez’s new album, I Said I Love You First, has sparked speculation among fans, particularly regarding the song “You Said You Were Sorry.” The emotional lyrics have led many to wonder if Gomez is addressing her past relationship with Justin Bieber. In the song, she sings about an ex apologizing in a dream, which has drawn comparisons to her past with Bieber.
The lyrics, particularly in the pre-chorus, “Don’t think about you/Happy without you/More now than I ever was,” and the chorus, “But I had a dream/You said you were sorry, said you were sorry/Sorry for everything/That you put on me,” suggest a moment of closure, albeit in a dream. This has led some fans to believe Gomez might be referring to Bieber, with whom she had an on-and-off relationship between 2010 and 2018.
However, before the album’s release, Gomez addressed the speculation, stating that the album wasn’t focused on her past with Bieber. In a Spotify video, she emphasized that the majority of the album was about her personal growth and the experiences she’s had since then. “I’ve evolved so much, and I have experienced life with new people,” she said, adding that the album reflects her journey through friendships, losses, and new beginnings.
Despite her clarification, some fans remain convinced that “You Said You Were Sorry” is about Bieber. Meanwhile, Gomez is focusing on her current relationship with fiancé Benny Blanco, who played a key role in the album’s creation. The album tells the story of their journey together, showcasing their love story and the experiences that have shaped their relationship.
Blanco’s support throughout the creative process was crucial to the album’s development, with the collaborative nature of their work allowing the project to come together naturally. The album represents not just Gomez’s past, but also her present and future, as she looks forward to new beginnings.