Cruz Beckham, the youngest son of football icon David Beckham and pop superstar Victoria Beckham, is decisively stepping out of his parents' shadow to forge his own career in the music industry.
A Viral Family Moment
The public's perception of Cruz shifted significantly last week when a video, posted on November 20, went viral. The clip, filmed by David at the family's Holland Park home, captured an intimate acoustic performance. Cruz, 20, played guitar while his mother, Victoria, joined him for a stripped-back duet of the Spice Girls' classic hit, 'Viva Forever'.
The moment was authentic and heartfelt, showing Victoria clicking along to the rhythm before singing. David even briefly joined in with a falsetto voice, adding to the family's playful dynamic. This wasn't just a cute social media post; it served as a powerful introduction to Cruz's serious musical ambitions for a global audience.
Establishing a Unique Sound
Long before the viral duet, Cruz had already taken his first professional steps into music. In October, he launched his debut singles, a double release consisting of 'Optics' and 'Lick the Toad'.
His sound is a deliberate move away from polished pop, leaning into a guitar-led, organic indie style. This development has been guided by his friendship and mentorship with Luke Pritchard, frontman of the acclaimed British band The Kooks.
The track 'Optics' is experimental and lyrically surreal, exploring themes of youth and psychedelic experiences. Its companion piece, 'Lick the Toad', follows a similar thematic and musical vein. Cruz now performs under the name Cruz Beckham & The Breakers and has been playing live at intimate London venues like The George Tavern, a stage previously graced by legends such as Amy Winehouse and Nick Cave.
Family Support and Industry Recognition
The support from his famous family has been unwavering and public. After attending his gig in Notting Hill on November 20, both David and Victoria shared emotional tributes on Instagram.
Victoria posted, "Wow!!! You look so happy Cruz and we couldn’t be prouder we love you." David echoed this, admitting he shed "a few tears of joy and pride" and praised his son's journey.
This family backing is matched by serious industry interest. In a significant move, Cruz and The Breakers have signed with the major music management company C3, whose roster includes influential acts like The Strokes. This signals that his musical talent is being taken seriously behind the scenes.
Online reaction has been overwhelmingly positive, with fans on social media platform X heralding him as "the next big thing in British indie music." With a debut album potentially on the horizon, as hinted by his girlfriend Jackie Apostel, Cruz Beckham is successfully carving out his own unique space in the music world.
