Selena Gomez’s latest album, I Said I Love You First, is making waves, with fans speculating that multiple tracks reference her past relationship with Justin Bieber.
One song, “How Does It Feel to Be Forgotten,” includes lyrics such as, “You’re so embarrassing / Go cry when no one’s watchin’ / I can’t imagine it / How does it feel to be forgotten?” Fans believe these lines may allude to Bieber, 31, who has had emotional moments shared publicly on social media.
Another track, “Don’t Wanna Cry,” hints at betrayal, with Gomez singing, “Then you kiss her right in front of me like I’m not even there / I should cause a scene for s–t you’ve done to me.” Many interpret this as a reference to Bieber’s quick marriage to Hailey Bieber in 2018 after ending things with Gomez.
Additionally, “Younger and Hotter Than Me” appears to touch on a love triangle, with Gomez recalling a time when she was “begging for more” and referencing an underage club stamp, a possible nod to dating Bieber when she was 18 and he was 16.
Justin and Hailey having a breakdown on Instagram is just funny to me, they listed to the new album OH SELENA UR MIND pic.twitter.com/QvgFPWIakd
— Esteban ⁴ is calling… (@Estebanisrare) March 21, 2025
selena really GAGGED justin on "how does it feel to be forgotten" and hailey on "don’t take it personally" pic.twitter.com/G55fCXu7Jc
— // (@BiancaxSouvenir) March 20, 2025
Despite speculation, Gomez, 32, has not confirmed the songs are about Bieber. In a recent interview, she clarified, “The whole album isn’t just about my life.”
Regardless of intent, the album has reignited interest in Gomez and Bieber’s tumultuous past, keeping fans guessing about the true meaning behind her deeply personal lyrics.
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