In a recent appearance on the Therapuss With Jake Shane podcast, Selena Gomez shared that her former band’s song “Who Says” holds a uniquely special place in her heart. She described it as “the most powerful moment” of any song she performs—so meaningful that she said it would be the only reason she would consider touring again.

Gomez, who has not toured since 2016, reflected candidly on how her voice has changed over the years. She noted that her voice sounded noticeably younger on the original recording and expressed a clear interest in revisiting the track, saying: “I need to redo it. I should recut it” .

The enduring emotional resonance of “Who Says” became even more evident during a recent moment abroad when Gomez heard the song on the radio and unexpectedly became emotional. She remarked, “Why the f— am I tearing up to my own song?” But she attributed the reaction not to nostalgia alone, but to the message of the song: a younger version of herself delivering words of empowerment that still deeply resonate .

In a separate interview on the same podcast, Gomez revealed a broader context for this moment: she had not only reconnected with the song as an artist but also emotionally, further underscoring why “Who Says” remains so important to her—so much so that recapturing it in a way that reflects where she is now feels both sincere and necessary .