Selena Marie Gomez (born July 22, 1992 in Grand Prairie, TX) is an American… Read Full Bio ↴Selena Marie Gomez (born July 22, 1992 in Grand Prairie, TX) is an American singer, actress and film producer. Gomez began her acting career on the children's television series Barney & Friends (2002–2004). As a teenager, she rose to prominence for starring as Alex Russo on the Disney Channel television series Wizards of Waverly Place (2007–2012). Alongside her television career, Gomez appeared in the films Another Cinderella Story (2008), Princess Protection Program (2009), Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie (2009), Ramona and Beezus (2010), Monte Carlo (2011), Spring Breakers (2012), Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising (2016), The Dead Don't Die (2019) and A Rainy Day in New York (2019). She also voiced the character Mavis in the Hotel Transylvania film franchise (2012–2022).

Gomez executive produced the Netflix television series 13 Reasons Why (2017–2020) and Living Undocumented (2019) through her production company, July Moon Productions. Additionally, she executive produces and stars in the HBO Max cooking series Selena + Chef (2020–present) and the Hulu mystery-comedy series Only Murders in the Building (2021–present). The latter earned Gomez critical praise, and a nomination for Best Actress in a Comedy series at the Critics' Choice Television Awards; she was also nominated as a producer for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Comedy Series.

Gomez released three albums with her former band, Selena Gomez & the Scene, all of which reached the top ten of the US Billboard 200 and were certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA): Kiss & Tell (2009), A Year Without Rain (2010) and When the Sun Goes Down (2011). Her debut solo album, Stars Dance (2013), topped the U.S. Billboard 200, while its lead single, "Come & Get It", reached the top ten in the US Billboard Hot 100. Gomez's second studio album Revival (2015), debuted at number one in the US, was certified platinum by the RIAA, and spawned three US top-ten entries: "Good for You", "Same Old Love", "Hands to Myself". Her third studio album, Rare (2020), became her third consecutive number one in the US, and its lead single, "Lose You to Love Me", her first number-one song in the US and Canada. In 2021, she released the Spanish-language EP Revelación, for which she received a nomination for the Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop Album.

She has received various accolades and was named Billboard's Woman of the Year in 2017, and she also broke 15 Guinness World Records. Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2020. She has a large following on social media and is the most followed musician and actress on Instagram. Gomez's other ventures include makeup, clothing, handbag and fragrance lines. She has worked with many charitable organizations and served as a UNICEF ambassador since age 17.

Who Says
Selena Gomez Lyrics

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I wouldn't wanna be anybody else
You made me insecure
Told me I wasn't good enough
But who are you to judge
When you're a diamond in the rough
I'm sure you got some things
You'd like to change about yourself
But when it comes to me

I wouldn't want to be anybody else

Na na na
Na na na
Na na na
Na na na

I'm no beauty queen
I'm just beautiful me

Na na na
Na na na

You've got every right
To a beautiful life
C'mon

Who says
Who says you're not perfect
Who says you're not worth it
Who says you're the only one that's hurting
Trust me
That's the price of beauty
Who says you're not pretty
Who says you're not beautiful
Who says

It's such a funny thing
How nothing's funny when it's you
You tell 'em what you mean
But they keep whiting out the truth
It's like a work of art
That never gets to see the light
Keep you beneath the stars
Won't let you touch the sky

Na na na
Na na na
Na na na
Na na na

I'm no beauty queen
I'm just beautiful me

Na na na
Na na na

You've got every right
To a beautiful life
C'mon

Who says
Who says you're not perfect
Who says you're not worth it
Who says you're the only one that's hurting
Trust me
That's the price of beauty
Who says you're not pretty
Who says you're not beautiful
Who says

Who says
Who says you're not star potential
Who says you're not presidential
Who says you can't be in movies
Listen to me, listen to me
Who says you don't pass the test
Who says you can't be the best
Who said, who said
Would you tell me who said that
Yeah, oh
Who says

Who says
Who says you're not perfect
Who says you're not worth it
Who says you're the only one that's hurting
Trust me
That's the price of beauty
Who says you're not pretty
Who says you're not beautiful
Who says

Who says
Who says you're not perfect
Who says you're not worth it
Who says you're the only one that's hurting
Trust me
That's the price of beauty
Who says you're not pretty

Who says you're not beautiful
Who says

Overall Meaning

The song "Who Says" by Selena Gomez & the Scene is a self-love and self-confidence anthem. In the first verse, Selena sings about how someone had made her feel insecure and not good enough, but she questions their right to judge her when nobody is perfect. She acknowledges that everyone has things they would like to change about themselves and she feels confident and happy just as she is. The chorus reinforces this notion of self-love, with lyrics about how nobody should be told they're not perfect or worth it, and that everyone has the right to a beautiful life. The second verse elaborates on the idea that sometimes people try to hold others back or bring them down, but that it's important to recognize your own worth and potential.

The song encourages listeners to believe in themselves and to not let others' opinions bring them down. It's a positive message for anyone who has ever struggled with self-doubt or low self-esteem. The repetition of "na na na" throughout the song also adds to the upbeat and catchy nature of the song, making it even more uplifting and empowering.

Overall, "Who Says" is a reminder that nobody is perfect, but we should all strive to love ourselves and embrace our unique qualities. It's a song about overcoming insecurity and learning to be confident in who you are.

Line by Line Meaning

I wouldn't wanna be anybody else
I am content with who I am as a person and would not want to be someone else

You made me insecure
Your actions or words have caused me to feel uncertain and doubtful about myself

Told me I wasn't good enough
You expressed that I was not up to a certain standard or expectation

But who are you to judge
Who gave you the authority or right to criticize or evaluate me?

When you're a diamond in the rough
Despite any flaws or roughness, you possess amazing qualities or potential

I'm sure you got some things
I am certain that there are things about yourself that you do not like or would prefer to change

You'd like to change about yourself
There are aspects of yourself that you are not fond of or would want to alter

But when it comes to me
However, in my case or opinion

I wouldn't want to be anybody else
I am content with who I am as a person and would not want to be someone else

Na na na
Vocalization without a clear meaning

I'm no beauty queen
I do not possess the typical qualities of a person commonly categorized as a beauty queen

I'm just beautiful me
However, I recognize and appreciate the beauty that I have in myself and feel content with who I am

You've got every right
You have the entitlement or permission

To a beautiful life
To live a life of beauty and positivity

C'mon
An exclamation to encourage or persuade

Who says
Who is the person or entity suggesting or declaring something negative about oneself?

Who says you're not perfect
Who claimed that you do not meet the ideal or have faults?

Who says you're not worth it
Who expressed that you do not hold value, importance, or are undeserving?

Who says you're the only one that's hurting
Who asserted that you are the sole individual experiencing pain or sadness?

Trust me
Believe me or have faith in my words or advice

That's the price of beauty
That is the cost or consequence of being considered beautiful, as it may bring insecurity, pressure, or judgement

Who says you're not pretty
Who made the remark or claim that you are not aesthetically pleasing or attractive?

Who says you're not beautiful
Who asserted that you lack beauty or are not considered pleasant to look at?

It's such a funny thing
It is an ironic or unusual occurrence

How nothing's funny when it's you
How a certain situation, when happening to oneself, ceases to be perceived as amusing or humorous

You tell 'em what you mean
You express your true intentions, opinions or emotions

But they keep whiting out the truth
Despite your honesty, they continue to ignore, cover up or deny the reality of the situation

It's like a work of art
It is comparable to a piece of art that holds beauty, creativity or significance

That never gets to see the light
Which remains hidden, unappreciated or undiscovered

Keep you beneath the stars
Limiting or restricting you from reaching great heights or fulfilling your potential

Won't let you touch the sky
Preventing you from reaching your fullest potential or achieving your goals

Na na na
Vocalization without a clear meaning

I'm no beauty queen
I do not possess the typical qualities of a person commonly categorized as a beauty queen

I'm just beautiful me
However, I recognize and appreciate the beauty that I have in myself and feel content with who I am

You've got every right
You have the entitlement or permission

To a beautiful life
To live a life of beauty and positivity

C'mon
An exclamation to encourage or persuade

Who says
Who is the person or entity suggesting or declaring something negative about oneself?

Who says you're not perfect
Who claimed that you do not meet the ideal or have faults?

Who says you're not worth it
Who expressed that you do not hold value, importance, or are undeserving?

Who says you're the only one that's hurting
Who asserted that you are the sole individual experiencing pain or sadness?

Trust me
Believe me or have faith in my words or advice

That's the price of beauty
That is the cost or consequence of being considered beautiful, as it may bring insecurity, pressure, or judgement

Who says you're not pretty
Who made the remark or claim that you are not aesthetically pleasing or attractive?

Who says you're not beautiful
Who asserted that you lack beauty or are not considered pleasant to look at?

Who says
Who is the person or entity suggesting or declaring something negative about oneself?

Who says you're not star potential
Who expressed that you do not have the ability, talent or qualities to become a star or achieve greatness?

Who says you're not presidential
Who claimed that you lack the qualities, knowledge or experience to be a president?

Who says you can't be in movies
Who expressed that you are not suited, qualified or talented enough to participate in the film industry?

Listen to me
Pay attention and heed or consider my words

Who says you don't pass the test
Who asserted that you fail or do not measure up to a certain standard or requirement?

Who says you can't be the best
Who claimed that you cannot be the most successful, accomplished or skilled?

Who said
Who is the person or entity suggesting or declaring something negative about oneself?

Would you tell me who said that
Can you identify or reveal the person or entity who made the negative remark or claim?

Yeah, oh
An exclamation to express agreement, realization or emotion