Yes, it’s true! Fans cranked up the volume this Christmas as Beyoncé lit up the stage during the halftime show of the Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens game.
Marking a monumental moment, Beyoncé performed tracks from her country album Cowboy Carter live for the first time.
Dressed in a stunning all-white ensemble, she made a grand entrance at Houston’s NRG Stadium, her hometown, riding a white horse as she kicked off the show with 16 Carriages. She then transitioned into a heartfelt rendition of the Beatles’ Blackbird. Joining her on stage were Tiera Kennedy, Tanner Adell, Brittney Spencer, and Reyna Roberts, all of whom contributed their vocals to the album.
The surprises didn’t stop there—Shaboozey appeared for a duet of Sweet Honey Buckiin’, while Post Malone joined for Levii’s Jeans, performed against the backdrop of a denim-covered truck. Both artists collaborated with Beyoncé on Cowboy Carter and brought extra energy to the show.
Fans were also treated to standout tracks like Jolene, Ya-Ya, and a creative mashup of Spaghetti and Riiverdance. She even offered a sneak peek of My House, a song outside her country album.
Adding a personal touch, Beyoncé’s 12-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy, was among the backup dancers and joined her mom center stage for the grand finale, Texas Hold ’Em. Holding hands with Blue, Beyoncé ended the electrifying performance by ascending on a platform into the sky.
As if that wasn’t enough, Beyoncé hinted at something big on the horizon in a post-show Instagram teaser, sharing a photo of herself atop a white horse and promising fans to stay tuned for January 14.
The performance was streamed live on Netflix, which hosted the NFL’s marquee Christmas Day games. Mariah Carey kicked off the holiday festivities with a recorded performance of her iconic hit, All I Want for Christmas Is You, before Beyoncé took center stage.
Dubbed “Beyoncé Bowl” by Netflix on X, the halftime show created a social media frenzy. Fans attending the game shared photos of light-up wristbands reportedly distributed before the performance, adding to the immersive experience.
Netflix announced that the halftime show will soon be available as a standalone special, though the release date remains under wraps. Leading up to game day, Beyoncé teased her performance with a series of social media posts, amplified by Netflix’s cross-promotion. In a playful Christmas Eve video, she poked fun at Netflix’s past streaming glitches, prompting the platform to temporarily update its bio to read: “roasted by Beyoncé 12.24.24.”
Beyoncé’s country album, Cowboy Carter, released on March 29, made history by debuting at No. 1 on both the Billboard 200 and Top Country Albums charts. She became the first Black woman to lead the country album chart. This marks her eighth consecutive No. 1 studio album, continuing her record-breaking streak since her Destiny’s Child era.
The album has racked up 11 Grammy nominations, including Album of the Year and Record of the Year. Its lead single, Texas Hold ’Em, has already achieved double platinum status.
Recognized by Billboard as the greatest pop star of the 21st century, Beyoncé has consistently exemplified excellence, a legacy that began well before Taylor Swift’s 2006 debut. The two global icons, both launching record-breaking tours last year, even attended each other’s concert film premieres.
Beyonce’s influence continues to soar. This month, she set a new benchmark, becoming the female artist with the most certified titles according to the RIAA, further cementing her legendary status.
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