Produced by Bernard "Harv" Harvey, lyrically the song is about Ai's struggles during the start of her music career and how she was able to eventually find success for the first time.
In 2019, Ai traveled to her hometown, Los Angeles, California to record content for a new album.
Inspired by the story, Felisha and Fallon co-wrote the song with Ai about personal struggles.
Wanting a featured artist, Ai contacted her close friend, dancer and model Riehata.
[2] In Japan, "First Time" was featured on Nestlé commercials promoting Kit Kat.