Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s relationship evolved from a decade-long friendship into a headline-making romance. The pair first crossed paths during Gomez’s Disney era, with Blanco carving his path as a sought-after producer. Their creative synergy birthed hits like 'Same Old Love' , but their 2023 dating reveal stunned fans. Public milestones-Golden Globes appearances, Instagram tributes, and a 2024 engagement, cemented their status as a power couple. By 2025, their professional collaboration intensified with a joint album and Oscars red-carpet moments. Yet, their latest musical venture left fans divided.

 Selena Gomez stunned her 421 million Instagram followers by announcing 'Sunset Blvd', a duet with Blanco. The caption revealed the track was inspired by their first date location and included a cryptic teaser: “this is our first official photo together” Set to drop on March 14, the single’s romantic undertones and personal backstory triggered immediate backlash. 'Sunset Blvd' precedes their collaborative album 'I Said I Love You First', slated for March 21, 2025.

 The project includes earlier releases like 'Call Me When You Break Up' (February 20) with Gracie Abrams and the Valentine’s Day single 'Scared of Loving You', co-written with FINNEAS. While their 2019 collab 'I Can’t Get Enough' showcased Gomez and Blanco's creative synergy, with Blanco even appearing in a teddy bear costume in the music video and 2023’s 'Single Soon' were fan favorites, the new album’s focus on their love story polarized audiences.

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Does their latest release strike the right chord? Fans wasted no time making their opinions known and not all were kind.

X erupted with skepticism, with many predicting the single would flop. Critics pointed to Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s recent projects underperforming, calling the track repetitive and overly reliant on their relationship narrative. Comparisons to Lana Del Rey’s signature moody aesthetic surfaced, with fans accusing Gomez of imitation. Others dismissed the announcement as a bid for attention, citing Blanco’s frequent appearances in Gomez’s personal and professional life. Amid the backlash, Blanco’s physical appearance has become a recurring target, reigniting past debates about public scrutiny of celebrities.

The divide among fans highlighted the challenges of blending personal narratives with public art.

While Gomez and Blanco’s relationship continues to captivate tabloids, their latest project has underscored a growing rift with fans. Critics argue their music has become overly self-referential, overshadowing their earlier creative magic. Others defend the duo’s authenticity, praising their willingness to share their journey. 'As I Said I Love You First' nears its release, the question remains: Will their love story resonate or alienate their audience further?

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What do you think about Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s new single? Will you stream 'Sunset Blvd', or is it a skip? Share your thoughts in the comments!