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.