Becky G: Tiny Desk Concert

This Latinx Heritage Month Tiny Desk is celebrating with an ’El Tiny’ takeover, featuring a wide array of artists from all corners of Latinidad. Felix Contreras | October 13, 2023 The Tiny Desk had a considerable pop sheen when vocalist Becky G took her place alongside a backing band featuring a string quartet. The stripped down sound of some of her biggest hits offered a rare view of her artistry. “BAILÉ CON MI EX“ is the perfect example of an unforgettable hook. It had the NPR staff audience bopping in place for what she described as a “warm up“ for the rest of her set. “MAMII“ was originally recorded with Karol G, but performed alone, and the Tiny Desk version was no less a scorcher. Here, interplay with guitarist Justice West at the beginning set the temperature for a slow burn. The showstopper is her duet with vocalist DannyLux, “CRIES IN SPANISH,“ a song they did together on her latest album, Esquinas. I have to admit that when