Becky G expressed unfiltered joy and gratitude following the Oscar nomination of her song "The Fire Inside" for the movie Flamin' Hot. The track, penned by acclaimed songwriter Diane Warren, earned a Best Original Song nomination for the 96th Annual Academy Awards, and Becky G couldn't contain her emotions as she shared the news on Instagram.
In a heartfelt video, the 26-year-old singer tearfully conveyed her excitement about the Oscar nod for the song featured in the Eva Longoria-directed film. Wiping away tears, Becky G thanked Diane Warren and Eva Longoria for allowing her to be part of the project, emphasizing the deep personal connection she has with the film, its team, and the song. Through tears, she revealed that this nomination was like a dream coming true in front of the world.
Becky G's Instagram caption echoed her gratitude, specifically acknowledging songwriter Diane Warren and director Eva Longoria for entrusting her with a role in bringing their vision to life. The singer expressed profound appreciation for being part of a project that holds a special place in her heart.
In a prior interview with ET, Eva Longoria discussed the significance of the song in portraying the story of Richard Montañez, a janitor at Frito-Lay credited with creating the iconic Flamin' Hot Cheetos flavor. Longoria highlighted the collaboration with Diane Warren, praising her genius in encapsulating the essence of the film into a song. The director expressed gratitude for having Warren on the team, emphasizing the blessing and luck in securing such a talent.
Flamin' Hot was released in June 2023 on Hulu and Disney+, marking a significant moment in the recognition of Becky G's contribution to the acclaimed film and the achievement of her dreams on the grand stage of the Oscars.
See Becky G's video below:
