Selena Gomez seems to be reflecting on her past relationship with Justin Bieber in her new album, I Said I Love You First, which was released on March 21.

 

Fans are particularly excited about the song “How Does It Feel to Be Forgotten,” where the 32-year-old pop star sings lyrics that many believe are aimed at Bieber. The lyrics include:

“You’re so embarrassing / Go cry when no one’s watchin’ / I can’t imagine it / How does it feel to be forgotten?”

This has sparked speculation, especially since Bieber, now 31, has shared emotional moments on social media in the past, leading fans to think he might be the subject of the song.

Gomez and Bieber had a well-known relationship that started in 2010 and ended in early 2018 after several breakups. Later that year, Bieber married model Hailey Baldwin, now known as Hailey Bieber. Their complicated history has been a hot topic among fans, and Gomez’s new lyrics seem to revisit that chapter.

Another track, “Don’t Wanna Cry,” has also caught attention for its poignant lyrics:

“Left the door wide open for the whole wide world to see you / Then you kiss her right in front of me like I’m not even there.”

These lines suggest public heartbreak, which some listeners interpret as referring to Bieber’s relationship with Hailey.

Additionally, the song “Younger and Hotter Than Me” includes lyrics that hint at youthful innocence:

“Begging for more / X on my hand drawn in Sharpie / Now I use my own ID.”

Some speculate that the “X” symbolizes underage clubbing, possibly referencing the early days of her relationship with Bieber when she was 18 and he was 16.

Despite the theories, there has been no official confirmation that these songs are about Bieber. Gomez’s representatives have not commented on the matter.

In a Spotify interview, Gomez mentioned that the album isn’t solely about her life, stating that some songs reflect both her and her fiancé Benny Blanco’s past experiences. Blanco, who produced the album, has been dating Gomez for over a year, and they announced their engagement in December 2024.

While some fans see the album as a glimpse into Gomez’s past with Bieber, others view it as a sign of personal growth and moving forward. Gomez has emphasized that her music is open to interpretation, saying, “It’s up for whatever people want, but to me, it was about both of our pasts and our history and also just inspired by friends and relationships.”

With I Said I Love You First, Gomez continues to explore the blend of music and personal history, leaving fans to interpret the true meanings behind her lyrics.

The singer’s career has been put on hold due to stiff person syndrome (SPS) since her diagnosis in 2022.

– SPS is an extremely rare autoimmune neurological disorder affecting around 8,000 people globally, causing muscle spasms, stiffness, and mobility loss.
– Celine Dion has faced challenges with walking and singing as a result of SPS.
– She had to cancel all her tour dates for 2023 and 2024.
– Despite her despair, Dion remains determined to overcome the illness and continue working with a medical team.
– She undergoes therapy five days a week to manage the condition.
– There is currently no cure for SPS, and Dion is focusing on learning to live with it.
– Her return to the stage remains uncertain, as she listens to her body to determine her readiness.
– Dion’s career was thriving before her diagnosis, with successful worldwide tours and a Las Vegas residency.
– Her album “Courage” released in 2019 achieved top positions on music charts.
– She made her acting debut in the romantic drama “Love Again” before her SPS diagnosis.

Meghan Markle revealed on her Archetypes podcast in October 2022 that she has 43% Nigerian lineage.

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• The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are confirmed to visit Nigeria in May, tied to the Invictus Games led by Prince Harry.
• The royal visit aims to strengthen Nigeria’s role in the Invictus Games and explore the possibility of Nigeria hosting the event in the future.
• The couple will interact with service members and participate in various cultural activities during their visit.
• Nigeria, a member of the Commonwealth since 1960, has a special place in the royal family’s history and has seen previous royal visits, including one by Charles and Camilla in 2018.

During a recent interview with American OAP Angela Yee, popular Nigerian singer Simi talked about her recent collaboration with Tiwa Savage.

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She also expressed her views on comparisons between herself and Tiwa, as well as other female artists. Simi highlighted how Tiwa’s experience as a single mother in the music industry has inspired and driven her.

When addressing the issue of pitting female artists against each other, Simi remarked:

“It’s everywhere. It’s so intense sometimes. Sometimes, it can be so distracting. Because there are not as many of us as compared to the guys in the industry, so when you have the few of us and a new lady break in the industry, immediately, they just put her against us. We can all thrive.

 

It’s been very distracting to the point where everything you do–I’ve spoken about women so many times, I have songs about women–but people assume that because I’m in the industry, the only way that my talking about women can be valid is if I’m doing a feature with women. And it’s just so weird because there’s women in different walks of life.

There’s my mum, there’s your mum, we have friends, we have people that work with us. So they do pit us against each other A LOT and I do think sometimes, that puts some kind of pressure on the type of relationship we would have otherwise.

 

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You might say something and they’ll take it to mean something that it doesn’t mean. So sometimes you’re just trying to be careful of what you say or don’t say. But I think the longer you’ve been in the industry, the more you get used to it.”

Simi elaborated further on Tiwa Savage’s journey in the industry, highlighting how her pregnancy and motherhood served as an inspiration.

“Whether or not I do a song with Tiwa, I respect her. I think she’s a phenomenal artist. She’s been in the game for so long and she’s been killing this. She’s amazing and I respect her so much.

 

I don’t think I’ve ever said this anywhere, but I remember when she first had her son. Watching her, at the time I wasn’t married and I didn’t have a child, so seeing how she got through that as well. Because the industry is not necessarily kind or patient with women. At the end of the day, if you’re going to carry the child, the woman has to be the one. So seeing her just find her way back and doing all these things, I just really admire her and think she’s amazing.”

 

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Meanwhile Simi and singer Adekunle Gold tied the knot on January 9, 2019, in Lagos. They welcomed their first child, Adejare, in 2020.

 

American celebrities Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, who got married two years ago, are said to be experiencing problems in their marriage.

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There are rumors circulating that the couple, famous for getting matching tattoos after their wedding, may be heading towards a divorce.

Reports indicate that Ben has moved out of their home, and his absence alongside Jennifer at events like the Met Gala hints at a possible separation between them.

@lovebscott also shared these rumors on their Twitter page.

“Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Are Reportedly headed for a divorce and he has already moved out.”

Many fans and followers reacted to the rumours of the couple allegedly getting a divorce:

@Mat_Sog wrote: “Even Batman couldn’t handle her.”

@ifiwerearoy questioned: “After she made a whole movie and album dedicated to him?”

@Soonergirl2Ou said: “I’m shocked! This reheated microwaved romance didn’t work out.”

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— lovebscott (@lovebscott) May 15, 2024