Victoria Beckham’s Resurgent Single Follows Family Fallout with Brooklyn
A quarter-century after its initial release, Victoria Beckham’s “Not Such An Innocent Girl” has become the UK’s best-selling single of the week, fueled by a dramatic public dispute with her son, Brooklyn Peltz Beckham. The unexpected chart success comes as the family navigates a series of allegations made by Brooklyn regarding his parents, Victoria and David Beckham, sparking a widespread online debate.
A Public Dispute and a Chart Comeback
According to the Official Charts Company, the song—a relic from Beckham’s pop career following her time with the Spice Girls—has seen a surge in downloads and sales. Despite this renewed interest, the track did not break into the top 100 of the official singles chart. The sales charts are compiled based on a seven-day period, encompassing downloads, CDs, vinyl, and other formats, while the singles chart considers audio and video streams alongside traditional sales.
From Spice Girl to Fashion Icon
Victoria Beckham first rose to prominence in the 1990s as “Posh Spice” alongside Melanie Brown (“Scary Spice”), Melanie Chisholm (“Sporty Spice”), Emma Bunton (“Baby Spice”), and Geri Halliwell-Horner (“Ginger Spice”). The group, formed in 1994, achieved global dominance with nine number-one singles, including iconic hits like “Wannabe,” “Say You’ll Be There,” and “2 Become 1.” They also released two chart-topping albums, Spice and Spiceworld.
Following the Spice Girls’ success, Beckham pursued a solo career, releasing her self-titled debut album in 2001, which reached number 10. She followed up with the singles “A Mind Of Its Own” (2002, number six) and “This Groove/Let Your Head Go” (2004, number three). In 2008, she transitioned into the fashion industry, launching her eponymous luxury fashion label.
Allegations of Control and Disrespect
The current surge in attention surrounding Beckham coincides with a series of claims made by her son, Brooklyn, via Instagram. He alleges that his parents attempt to control the family’s narrative in the press and actively tried to undermine his relationship with his wife, Nicola Peltz Beckham.
Brooklyn further claimed that his mother “hijacked” his first dance with Nicola at their wedding, dancing “inappropriately on me” and leaving him feeling “uncomfortable or humiliated.” A DJ who performed at the three-day wedding, speaking on ITV’s This Morning, corroborated claims that Nicola Peltz Beckham was visibly upset after Victoria Beckham shared a dance with her son. According to the DJ, singer Marc Anthony invited “the most beautiful woman in the room” to the stage, initially believed to be for Nicola’s first dance, but Victoria was instead called forward.
Brooklyn also alleges that Nicola has been “disrespected” by his family and was excluded from his father’s 50th birthday celebration.
David Beckham’s Perspective on Social Media
In a recent interview with CNBC’s Squawk Box, David Beckham addressed the broader issue of children and social media. He stated that parents must allow their children to “make mistakes” online, acknowledging the potential dangers while emphasizing the importance of responsible usage. “They make mistakes. Children are allowed to make mistakes. That’s how they learn,” he said.
The Beckhams also share two other sons, Cruz and Romeo, and a daughter, Harper. The family’s ongoing situation continues to unfold publicly, highlighting the complexities of navigating family dynamics in the age of social media.
