As the Couple Gears Up for Their Collaborative Album Release, Gomez Opens Up About Balancing Wedding Planning with Music and Love
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco, the dynamic musical duo who recently got engaged, are taking a laid-back approach to both their upcoming wedding and their collaborative journey. As they prepare for the release of their first joint album, I Said I Love You First, on March 21, the couple has shared insights into how they’re managing their relationship, wedding plans, and the emotional process of creating new music together.
In an intimate interview with Rolling Stone, Blanco, 37, and Gomez, 32, reflected on the joys of their engagement, their collaborative musical process, and their shared vision for the future.
Taking Wedding Plans One Step at a Time
The couple’s engagement, which became official in December 2024, has been a whirlwind of excitement and emotions. Yet, according to Blanco, they are taking a patient, “one day at a time” approach to wedding planning. The couple has been basking in the joy of their engagement, focusing on celebrating the moment and the future, rather than rushing into wedding details.
“I think every day she’s planned a new wedding in her head,” Blanco joked, referring to his fiancée’s enthusiasm for the big day. “But we’re very much ‘take it one day at a time’ type of people. We’re still not over this moment. Literally, while you were talking, she was sitting there staring at her ring.”
Gomez echoed this sentiment, emphasizing that she’s enjoying the special time and focusing on her work. “I genuinely feel like this is such a special time that we get to apply it to this album and really just pour our heart into it,” Gomez shared. “That’s my main focus right now, at least.”
A Unique Proposal: Taco Bell and True Love
When asked about the engagement, Blanco shared how their proposal was far from a grand spectacle but still incredibly meaningful. He popped the question with a marquise diamond engagement ring, surrounded by the simplicity of a romantic picnic complete with Taco Bell. The simplicity of the gesture perfectly reflects the couple’s down-to-earth relationship.
“There’s not this whole elaborate thing. I think we’re very lucky to be surrounded by such great people, and we’ve still just been enjoying so much,” Blanco explained. “It feels like we got engaged yesterday, but also feels like we got engaged 20 years ago. I’ve known her since she was 18, and so it’s like we got all that stuff out of the way.”
Creating Music Together: A Therapeutic Experience
Beyond their relationship, the couple’s professional collaboration is also at the heart of their current excitement. Their upcoming album, I Said I Love You First, is set for release on March 21, marking the first time the two have worked together on a full-length project. Gomez shared that working with Blanco became a deeply therapeutic and cathartic experience. After the release of her last album, Rare, five years ago, Gomez had been struggling with a sense of frustration and confusion about her musical direction. However, working alongside Blanco helped her rediscover her passion.
“I was, to be honest, very frustrated and kind of confused on where I wanted to go next musically,” Gomez admitted. “And we had been together for a while, and obviously I would confide in him.”
Blanco added that their collaborative process felt very natural. “She’d wake up, I’d have a pen out, and I’d write what was on her mind. Then we’d go into the other room and create it, and it became a song. It was such a cathartic and therapeutic experience.”
Looking to the Future: A Shared Vision
The couple’s open and authentic approach to both their personal and professional lives is inspiring fans who admire their honesty and genuine love for one another. Their music reflects this authenticity, with I Said I Love You First set to offer a deeply personal and emotional glimpse into their relationship and creative journeys.
For Gomez, the upcoming album release marks an exciting new chapter not only in her music career but in her life with Benny Blanco. As they prepare to share their love and passion with the world through their music, the pair remains focused on what’s most important to them — enjoying their special time together, taking things slow, and creating beautiful art.
Conclusion: A New Chapter for Gomez and Blanco
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s journey together is a blend of love, creativity, and a deep connection. With their wedding plans taking a back seat to their professional pursuits, they are carving a path that balances personal fulfillment with artistic ambition. As I Said I Love You First prepares to drop, fans will be treated to an intimate look into their lives, while the couple continues to cherish every moment of their love story, one day at a time.
