Despite her earlier statements , Gomez first confirmed in October 2012 that work had begun on an upcoming album .
Despite her earlier statements , Gomez first later said it would be her solo debut album , rather than her band 's fourth album .
Despite her earlier statements , Gomez first confirmed in October 2012 that work had begun on an upcoming album , and later said it would be her solo debut album , rather than her band 's fourth album .