Becky G sees 'magic' in collaborations with fellow Latina artists
Mexican American singer Becky G sees artist collaborations, especially with fellow Latinas, as the place where the "magic happens."
Becky G was just 14 years old when she signed her first record deal. More than a decade later, she told TODAY that she still gets “to live (her) dream every single day.”
The 25-year-old singer — born Rebbeca Marie Gomez — credits her longevity in part to her authenticity and staying true to her Mexican American roots. She describes herself as a “200 percenter.”
“100 percent proud to have been born and raised in Inglewood, (California) but also 100 percent proud of my Mexicana roots,” Becky said. “I just (try) to take those flags everywhere that I go.”
Becky, who is one of four children, grew up admiring female pop stars like Christina Aguilera and Britney Spears. And at 9 years old, when her family faced financial struggles, she decided to pursue a career in entertainment.
“The first album I ever bought was Christina Aguilera’s, and I remember it was dual sided,” she said. “On one side, English, and I would flip it over, and it was the same songs, but in Spanish. And I was like, ‘That’s what I want to do one day.’”
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