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Becky G

Becky G is an American singer, songwriter, and actress born Rebbeca Marie Gomez in Inglewood, California.

Updated July 28, 20261 min readCited sources

Becky G is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to fame through YouTube covers. She is known for English pop hits like 'Shower' and Spanish-language songs such as 'Mayores' and 'Sin Pijama'.

Early life and rise to fame

Born Rebbeca Marie Gomez in Inglewood, California, Becky G began posting performance videos on YouTube as a teen. Her covers gained traction, leading to a recording contract and early recognition as a pop artist.

Music career

Her mainstream English breakthrough came with 'Shower' in 2014. She later expanded into Spanish-language pop and reggaeton, scoring hits like 'Mayores' and 'Sin Pijama'. Her music blends pop, rap, and Latin influences, appealing to a broad North American audience.

Acting career

Becky G has also worked as an actress. She played Trini in the 2017 film *Power Rangers* and appeared on the television series *Empire*. Her cross-medium career has raised her profile in both English and Spanish markets.

In short

  • Rose to fame via YouTube covers
  • Breakthrough English hit: 'Shower' (2014)
  • Major Spanish-language success with 'Mayores' and 'Sin Pijama'
  • Acted in *Power Rangers* and *Empire*
Canadian angle

Becky G has a broad North American audience, including Canadian listeners of pop and Latin music, and her cross-language career has made her relevant in Canada’s multicultural music market.

Quick questions

What is Becky G's real name?
Her birth name is Rebbeca Marie Gomez.
What songs is Becky G best known for?
She is best known for 'Shower,' 'Mayores,' and 'Sin Pijama.'
Is Becky G also an actress?
Yes. She has acted in *Empire* and the 2017 film *Power Rangers*.

Sources

  1. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/musician/becky-g
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, career overview, English and Spanish-language hits, acting roles.
  2. Sony Music UK — https://www.sonymusic.co.uk/artist/becky-g/
    Supports: Career summary, awards, albums, chart success, activism, origin.
  3. Apple Music — https://www.apple.com/music/
    Supports: Birthplace, birth date, genre, acting appearances, early career notes.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3121384/
    Supports: Birth name, occupation, acting credits.
  5. Wikipedia (Spanish) — https://www.es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Becky_G
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, nationality, early recognition on YouTube.