Beyoncé delivered an unforgettable halftime performance in her hometown of Houston during a groundbreaking NFL Christmas game streamed live. At NRG Stadium, while the Houston Texans faced off against the Baltimore Ravens, she showcased a selection of tracks from her latest album, Cowboy Carter. The performance kicked off with “16 Carriages,” featuring Beyoncé elegantly riding a white horse. She continued with “Blackbiird,” accompanied by fellow artists, and transitioned into “Ya Ya” and the hit track “My House” from Renaissance.
The star-studded show escalated as Beyoncé was joined by high-profile guests, including Shaboozey for “Sweet ★ Honey ★ Buckiin’” and Post Malone for “Levii’s Jeans.” The performance also highlighted a touching moment with Beyoncé dancing alongside her daughter, Blue Ivy, during “Texas Hold ’Em.” The full performance is available for viewing, beginning at the 2:09:00 mark.
Following her electrifying performance, Beyoncé teased fans with a sneak preview of an upcoming release set for Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Details about this project are eagerly awaited.
Renowned for her collaboration with the NFL, Beyoncé previously made headlines with her Super Bowl halftime shows, first appearing with Destiny’s Child in 2013 and later in Super Bowl 50 in 2016. Additionally, her husband’s company announced a partnership with the NFL in 2019, facilitating the production of halftime shows since 2020.
Earlier this year, during the Super Bowl LVIII broadcast, Beyoncé announced her new album, Cowboy Carter, alongside the first two singles, “Texas Hold ’Em” and “16 Carriages.” The album was officially released on March 29, and Beyoncé secured an impressive 11 nominations for the 2025 Grammy Awards, including her first-ever bid for Album of the Year, featuring nominations across various genres such as country, Americana, pop, and rap.
