Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco unveiled their captivating single "Sunset Blvd," accompanied by a mesmerizing music video on Friday, marking the second offering from their forthcoming collaborative masterpiece, I Said I Love You First. This retro-infused video immerses viewers in Gomez's dreamy reverie about Blanco, with her fiancé making charming appearances throughout, even transforming into a miniature version of Blanco. In a whimsical twist, the video concludes with Gomez seemingly devouring him in a single bite, adding a playful and surreal element to the narrative.
During the chorus, Gomez croons with open arms, envisioning herself holding Blanco bare and unashamed in the heart of Sunset Boulevard. The lyrics of "Sunset Blvd" are undeniably suggestive, as she yearns to embrace Blanco's "big hard heart," her breathy vocals weaving through the suggestive words. In the bridge, she further expresses her desire, singing, "I just wanna touch it, touch it / try your hardest not to bust it / gimme gimme how I love your big, big heart," her passion palpable in every syllable.
Earlier this week, Gomez teased "Sunset Blvd" on Instagram, revealing that the song serves as a nostalgic tribute to her and Blanco's first date on the iconic Los Angeles street. This track follows the success of I Said I Love You First's lead single "Call Me When You Break Up," featuring Gracie Abrams, which debuted on February 20th. Prior to Valentine's Day, they released the project's inaugural single "Scared of Loving You," co-written with Finneas, to announce the album's impending arrival. Additional guest appearances on the album include J Balvin and Tainy, promising a diverse and eclectic listening experience.
I Said I Love You First is set to release on March 21st, marking Gomez's return to the album scene since the release of her 2020 chart-topper Rare, which reigned supreme on Billboard's 200 Albums chart for 26 weeks. Gomez and Blanco announced their engagement in December, and in a cover story with The Hollywood Reporter last November, Gomez expressed that she had never felt safer in a relationship, adding, "I see a future with this person," her words painting a picture of unwavering love and commitment.
