Becky G – Rolling Stone Studio, August 2026

Rolling Stone interviewed Becky G at its studio in August 2026 ahead of the release of her fifth album, Baraja Bendita, which arrived on August 14, 2026

The conversation focused on:

Her new album: Baraja Bendita blends English, Spanish, and Spanglish across pop, club music, merengue, bachata, and other styles.

Creative independence: Becky said the album reflects her taking control of “the cards” she was dealt and making music without compromising her identity.

Latino identity and joy: Songs such as “EPA” and “Mi Gran Amor” connect her music with Mexican-American culture, immigrant experiences, and community advocacy.

Carlos Santana collaboration: “Mi Gran Amor” addresses discrimination, privilege, immigration, and the realities affecting Latino communities.

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco: Becky discussed “Te Olvido (La La),” describing the collaboration as a surreal experience after hearing her and Selena’s voices together.

Karol G: She also spoke warmly about her friendship with Karol G and her planned appearances during Karol’s TropiTour shows.

Becky described Baraja Bendita as a “homecoming”—a return to pop and genre experimentation after the deeper roots-focused albums Esquinas and Encuentros.