Beyoncé launched her highly anticipated Cowboy Carter tour at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium with a 34-song setlist celebrating her latest album’s country-soul fusion.
The show featured powerful tributes, surprise collaborations, and genre-defying performances — giving fans a thrilling glimpse into the Black roots of country music through Beyoncé’s iconic lens.
Content Highlights
- Tour kicked off April 28 at SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles
- Setlist: 34 songs, including “Texas Hold ’Em,” “Blackbiird,” “Jolene,” and “Crazy in Love”
- Collaborators: Shaboozey, Miley Cyrus, Post Malone
- First live performance since 2024 Grammys win for Album of the Year
- Tour spans 32 dates across 9 global cities
- Album celebrates Black influence on country music
On April 28, 2025, Beyoncé commenced her ‘Cowboy Carter’ tour at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium, delivering a performance that was as much a tribute to her roots as it was a celebration of her evolving legacy.
The evening was imbued with emotional resonance, familial warmth, and a profound acknowledgment of cultural heritage.
A Tribute to Ancestry and Artistry
Opening with “Ameriican Requiem,” Beyoncé set the tone for a night that honored the Black origins of country music.
Her rendition of “Blackbiird,” seamlessly transitioning into “Freedom,” served as a poignant reminder of the struggles and triumphs that have shaped the genre.
These performances were not merely musical numbers but heartfelt homages to the pioneers who paved the way.
Family at the Forefront
In a touching display of familial unity, Beyoncé’s daughters, Blue Ivy and Rumi Carter, joined her on stage.
Blue Ivy, now 13, showcased her growing prowess as a performer, while 7-year-old Rumi made her stage debut during the lullaby “Protector.”
These moments underscored the theme of legacy, highlighting the passing of the torch to the next generation.
A Visual and Emotional Spectacle
The concert was a feast for the senses, featuring elaborate staging that included Beyoncé soaring above the crowd on a luminous horseshoe and riding a golden mechanical bull.
These visuals complemented the emotional depth of the performance, creating an immersive experience that resonated with fans.
Celebrating ‘Cowboy Carter’
The tour celebrates Beyoncé’s Grammy-winning album ‘Cowboy Carter,’ which pays homage to the Black roots of country music.
The setlist featured a blend of new tracks and reimagined classics, including “Texas Hold ‘Em,” “Jolene,” and “16 Carriages,” each performed with a depth of feeling that highlighted Beyoncé’s connection to the material.
Here is the Full List
- Ameriican Requiem
- Blackbiird (with the Star-Spangled Banner snippet at the end)
- Freedom
- Ya Ya
- Oh Louisiana interlude
- America Has a Problem
- Spaghettii
- Formation
- My House
- Diva
- Alliigator Tears
- Just For Fun
- Protector
- Flamenco
- Desert Eagle
- Riiverdance
- II Hands II Heaven
- Medley of Sweet Honey Buckiin’, Summer Renaissance and Pure/Honey
- Jolene
- Daddy Lessons
- Bodyguard
- II Most Wanted (Snippet)
- Cuff It
- Tyrant
- Thique
- Levii’s Jeans
- Daughter
- I’m That Girl
- Cozy
- Alien Superstar
- Texas Hold ‘Em
- Crazy in Love
- Heated
- Before I Let Go
- 16 Carriages
- Amen
A Legacy Continued
Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ tour is more than a series of concerts; it’s a narrative of heritage, family, and the enduring power of music to connect and inspire.
As she continues her tour across the U.S. and Europe, fans can anticipate performances that are as emotionally rich as they are musically compelling.