Becky G's Electrifying Performance of 'The Fire Inside' at the 2024 Oscars

Becky G Performs The Fire Inside From Flamin Hot at the 2024 Oscars

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Becky G wowed the audience at the 2024 Oscars with her performance of “The Fire Inside” from the movie Flamin’ Hot.

She looked amazing in a black outfit and was accompanied by a group of young women in white and red outfits as her backup singers. To add to the excitement, there were flames on stage as Becky sang in front of a screen displaying a ring of fire.

The track nominated for Best Original Song at the Sunday, March 10 ceremony was written by Diane Warren for Eva Longoria’s feature directorial debut. Titled “The Fire Inside,” it is competing against other songs such as Barbie’s “What Was I Made For?” by Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell, Barbie’s “I’m Just Ken” by Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt, Killers of the Flower Moon’s “Wahzhazhe (A Song for My People)” by Scott George, and American Symphony’s “It Never Went Away” by Jon Batiste and Dan Wilson.

Warren, who is 67 years old, has received 15 nominations for Best Original Song throughout her career. Her first nomination dates back to 1988. Some of her most famous songs that have earned nominations over the years include “Because You Loved Me” from 1996’s Up Close & Personal, “How Do I Live” from 1997’s Con Air, and “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” from 1998’s Armageddon.

Warren had been offering to write a song for one of Longoria's projects for years. Finally, the two collaborated on Flamin' Hot, a project that narrates the tale of a Frito-Lay janitor who asserts to have created Flamin' Hot Cheetos. After running into each other at the Los Angeles airport, Longoria, 48, approached Becky G, 27, to record the song.

Becky G Performs The Fire Inside From Flamin Hot at the 2024 Oscars

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In January, Longoria shared with Entertainment Tonight how excited she was to have Diane Warren on board. Getting Becky G to sing Warren's song felt like a perfect match. Longoria expressed her admiration for Warren, calling her a genius for capturing the essence of the film in the song.

Longoria praised Warren for her ability to create a song that perfectly captured the essence of the film. She highlighted Warren's talent in summarizing the entire movie into a song, describing her as a genius. Longoria expressed gratitude for having Warren on their team, emphasizing her numerous nominations.

Warren resonated with the movie's message, which inspired her to write the song in just one day. She shared with Forbes in July 2023 that the film's theme of inner fire deeply resonated with her. Warren emphasized the importance of believing wholeheartedly in something, noting that this unwavering belief fuels the fire within.

Becky G shared her appreciation for being a part of the project in a heartfelt Instagram video posted in January. In the video, she thanked Diane and Eva for the opportunity to contribute to the beautiful project. She expressed how the film, the team, and the song held a special place in her heart, stating that they represented her dreams coming true in front of the world.

Editor's P/S:

Becky G's captivating performance of "The Fire Inside" at the 2024 Oscars was a testament to the power of collaboration and the transformative nature of storytelling. The song, penned by the legendary Diane Warren, perfectly captured the essence of "Flamin' Hot," a film that celebrates the indomitable spirit of a janitor who dared to dream. Warren's ability to translate the film's message into a song that both moved and inspired was truly remarkable.

Becky G's performance, accompanied by a talented group of backup singers and a stage adorned with flames, brought the song to life. Her powerful vocals and energetic stage presence ignited the audience, creating an unforgettable moment that showcased the transformative power of art. The song's nomination for Best Original Song is a testament to the artistry and dedication of Warren, Longoria, and Becky G, who together created a masterpiece that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on audiences. that anything is possible with enough determination and belief in oneself.