Happy birthday, Selena Gomez: On the singer’s 32nd birthday, we discover her 10 best songs of all time

Selena Gomez, who turns 32 today, has come a long way since her early years as a child actress. She’s made a huge impact on the world of music, from appearing on Barney & Friends to becoming a pop icon. On her special day, we look at her top 10 songs that have shaped her career.

1. The heart wants what it wants

The Heart Wants What It Wants is a standout track from Gomez’s compilation album For You (2014), released on November 6, 2014. This emotional ballad deals with themes of heartbreak and longing. The song, written by Gomez, Antonina Armato, David Jost and Tim James, showcases her amazing vocal skills. The accompanying music video features a variety of emotional scenes.

2. Nice for you

On June 22, 2015, she released the first single from her album Revival (2015), “Good For You,” which featured rapper ASAP Rocky. This sultry pop song showcases Gomez’s mature voice and confidence. Co-written by Gomez, ASAP Rocky, Julia Michaels, Justin Tranter, and Nick Monson, the song deals with themes of empowerment and sensuality. The glamorous music video adds to its seductive vibe.

3. Lose yourself to love me

“Lose You to Love Me” is a powerful ballad from Selena Gomez’s album Rare, released on October 23, 2019. The song is about self-discovery and healing after a toxic relationship. Co-written by Gomez, Julia Michaels, Justin Tranter, and Mattias Larsson, among others, it was praised for its raw emotions and minimalist production that allowed Gomez’s vulnerable vocals to shine through.

4. Ice Cream (with BLACKPINK)

Ice Cream, a collaboration with South Korean girl group BLACKPINK, was released on August 28, 2020. This upbeat pop song features Gomez’s smooth vocals and BLACKPINK’s energetic rap verses. The song has fun lyrics and vibrant production that celebrates confidence and joy. The colorful music video adds to its fun and lighthearted mood.

5. Same old love

Same Old Love, released on September 10, 2015, is Gomez’s second single from her 2015 album Revival. This mid-tempo track combines synthpop and R&B with Gomez’s soulful vocals. Co-written by Charli XCX, Ross Golan, Benny Blanco and Mikkel S. Eriksen, the song deals with disillusionment in a repetitive relationship and resonates with listeners due to its catchy chorus and empowering message.

6. Bad liar

Released in 2017 and later included on the deluxe edition of Rare, Bad Liar has a distinctive sound and introspective lyrics. The song, which samples Psycho Killer by the Talking Heads, deals with the theme of hiding romantic feelings. Bad Liar has been widely praised for its uniqueness and creative approach, thanks to its minimalist production and Gomez’s intimate vocals.

7. Once

On January 14, 2021, Gomez released De Una Vez, her return to Spanish-language music. The song focuses on healing and self-love after a breakup, with lyrics like “Ya no duele como antes, no” (It doesn’t hurt as much as it did before). The song combines reggaeton, pop, and R&B with dreamy production and Gomez’s soulful vocals. Its visually stunning music video highlights themes of healing and rebirth.

8th. Wolves

Wolves was released on October 25, 2017, in collaboration with Marshmello. This song combines EDM and pop, with Gomez’s vocals conveying vulnerability and a desire for connection. The song’s atmospheric sound and emotional lyrics received positive feedback and it became a commercial success, reaching high positions on global music charts.

9. Come and get it

Come & Get It, released on June 19, 2013, was the first single from Gomez’s debut solo album Stars Dance (2013). This track marked a shift towards a more mature sound, combining pop with Native American and tribal influences. Co-written by Gomez, the song became a commercial success due to its catchy chorus and vibrant production, reaching the top ten on the Billboard Hot 100.

10. Slow it down

The second single from Stars Dance, Slow Down, is an uptempo dance-pop song with electronic and dubstep influences, released on June 3, 2013. Written by Lindy Robbins, Julia Michaels, Niles Hollowell-Dhar and David Kuncio, the track promotes spontaneity and living in the moment. It was praised for its upbeat tone and Gomez’s confident vocal performance.

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