Selena Gomez’s recent announcement about the absence of new music on the horizon sparked a wave of reactions from her fans online. In a discussion with Marc Malkin during the premiere of her film Emilia Perez in Los Angeles, she elaborated on her aspirations in both music and acting.
Emilia Perez, a Spanish musical masterpiece penned and directed by Jacques Audiard, earned the prestigious Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival in May. Alongside her fellow co-stars Zoe Saldana and Karla Sofia Gascon, Gomez collectively received the best actress award for their outstanding performances in this film.
During the chat, Selena candidly admitted that there were no immediate plans for her music career.
“Right now, I don’t have anything lined up, but music will always remain a part of who I am. While there aren’t any current movements, it will forever be in my life,”the singer shared.
Fans quickly took to X to express their thoughts. Several raised questions regarding the unreleased album she mentioned in her March 2024 interview with Rolling Stone while filming Emilia Perez.
“What happened to the album though?”a user queried on X.
“She’s been hinting at sg3 since 2021. She promised a lot and indicated that the song after ‘Single Soon’ would be the lead single for this new era… it’s frustrating! She’s not obligated to do anything, but at the very least, she could release what she has!”another user expressed.
Conversely, some fans suggested that Selena may have stepped back from her music career due to perceived lukewarm support from her audience.
“Honestly, I don’t blame her. A lot of you seem to criticize everything she puts out. She might feel overwhelmed,”a fan commented.
“We didn’t support her when she released ‘Love On’: / it was a really cute track,”another user echoed.
“Music may not be her primary passion like acting is, and I completely support that,”remarked a netizen.
Many users on X also resorted to humor, crafting jokes about Selena Gomez’s announcement.
“She’s announcing this as if we care. I’m laughing,”one fan quipped.
“It’s not like anyone will miss it,”another added.
“We have no plans to listen whenever she decides to drop new music lol. Take all the time you need, girl,”commented another user on X.
Selena Gomez Previously Mentioned Plans for a New Album in 2024
Back in March 2024, Selena Gomez hinted at the possibility of releasing a full album after launching singles like ‘Single Soon’ and ‘Love On.’ During her interview, she clarified that these tracks would tie into her upcoming project.
“I suppose it’s safe to mention that ‘Single Soon’ and ‘Love On’ may not fully capture the essence of the album I’m developing. They have their spirit but I’m really eager to explore various musical styles, which I think will pleasantly surprise everyone. I love sharing songs that resonate with me; I dropped them into the world, and the complete album will follow,” she teased.
As for the anticipated release date of her new album, Gomez indicated uncertainty but expressed hope for a 2024 release. She articulated that her new music stems from a “place of confidence,”embodying the “joy and curiosity”she felt during that period.
However, it appears Selena Gomez is currently prioritizing her acting career and other creative endeavors in film and television. Given her recent comments, it seems likely that her new album will not be arriving anytime soon.
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