Selena shines 'In The Dark' once more

New single marks her emotional return to music after wedding to Benny Blanco

Pop icon Selena Gomez has stirred a wave of emotion among fans with the release of her latest single 'In The Dark', her first musical project since tying the knot with producer Benny Blanco last month.

The single's release follows closely on the heels of Gomez and Blanco's red-carpet debut as a married couple at the Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on October 18 – their first public appearance together since their private wedding on September 27.

'In The Dark', featured on the 'Nobody Wants This: Season Two' soundtrack, arrived on Thursday with a music video that immediately caught attention for its nostalgic 1980s-inspired aesthetic.

Dressed in a black leotard and leather jacket in one scene and draped in soft, flowing fabrics in another, Gomez delivers an understated yet powerful visual narrative, blending simplicity with emotional intensity.

Sharing a short clip from the video on her social media accounts, the 33-year-old singer and actress wrote, "'In The Dark' is out now. This is just a little nostalgia droplet and I hope you love it."

Within hours, fan flooded X, Instagram, and YouTube, praising the track's vocals, mood, and evocative imagery. One commented, "Vocals, lyrics, the MV - everything is perfect, a masterpiece!" while another described it as "pure queen behaviour."

Listeners were quick to draw parallels between 'In The Dark' and Gomez's earlier hits such as 'Good for You', noting how the new single captures both vulnerability and maturity.

The minimalist production, focusing heavily on her raw vocals and emotional lyricism, has been hailed as a confident artistic shift away from the overly stylised visuals dominating today's pop scene.

A standout moment in the video - Gomez reclining on a chaise lounge surrounded by soft lighting and drifting smoke - has already become viral, with fans dubbing it one of her most iconic visuals in years.

at the Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles, meanwhile, Gomez dazzled in a black, vintage-inspired gown with sparkly embellishments, paired with a sleek suit jacket and bold red lipstick.

Blanco complemented her look with a blue silk shirt and black suit, echoing her classic style with a modern twist. The pair, smiling and affectionate, paused briefly for photographs, earning warm applause from attendees.

Their glamorous appearance comes as the couple continues to embrace both personal and professional milestones - a new marriage, a celebrated return to music, and renewed fan enthusiasm for Gomez's evolving artistry.