Los Angeles, California: After a 100-day absence from Instagram, Taylor Swift made a triumphant return to the platform to show love for Selena Gomez’s latest musical collaboration with Benny Blanco, “I Said I Love You First.” Swift took to Instagram Stories to express her enthusiasm for the 14-song album, calling it a favorite.
Gomez’s fans were thrilled to see the current pop sensation showering support on social media for the project. However, some fans expressed disappointment with other artists who have not shown similar support for Gomez, despite her past backing of them. Prior to Swift’s endorsement, a popular Gomez fan account posted criticism directed at some celebrities for their lack of support, including a mention of Swift.
In addition to the lack of celebrity endorsements, fans voiced their frustration towards Gomez’s record label, Interscope Records, for what they perceived as inadequate promotion for the album since its release on March 21. One fan specifically called out the label for seemingly failing to capitalize on promoting one of their top artists.
Leading up to the album’s release, Spotify provided insight into the creative process with a 33-minute teaser featuring Gomez and Blanco discussing their collaboration. Gomez highlighted the organic approach to songwriting, sharing that their conversations served as inspiration for the music. Blanco added that he would often find inspiration in the conversations, turning snippets of dialogue into powerful song lyrics.
Despite the mixed reactions to the lack of support from other celebrities and concerns over the album’s promotion, Gomez’s collaboration with Blanco continues to resonate with fans who appreciate the raw and personal take on the creative process. Swift’s public endorsement adds to the buzz surrounding the album, showcasing the solidarity among artists in the music industry.