Selena Gomez, the actress and singer, has revealed intriguing details about her friendship with Taylor Swift, shedding light on the inspiration behind Swift's song 'Dorothea' from her 2020 album 'Evermore'. During an appearance on her husband Benny Blanco's podcast 'Friends Keep Secrets', Gomez shared insights into their 17-year-long friendship, emphasizing the significant moments they shared as teenagers, a time of self-discovery and growth. She expressed admiration for Swift's music, describing it as 'eloquently put'.
The song 'Dorothea' includes lyrics that seem to reference Gomez's makeup line, Rare Beauty, which generated nearly $370 million in revenue in 2023, according to Forbes. Additionally, Gomez mentioned an unreleased track from Swift's 'Reputation' album titled 'Family', which symbolizes their shared belief in each other's dreams and aspirations. This revelation offers a fascinating glimpse into the personal connections and mutual admiration between these two renowned artists.