On April 28, 2025, Beyoncé officially started her new Cowboy Carter Tour at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles—and wow, what a night it was! This wasn’t just a concert. It was a huge celebration of music, culture, and personal stories. From the very first moment, fans knew they were about to witness something truly special.
Beyoncé perform a mix of country, pop, and R&B songs. The performance left the crowd cheering, crying, and dancing. The tour’s opening night showed us why Beyoncé is one of the best performers in the world. It felt like more than a show, like history in the making.
Cowboy Carter Brings Beyoncé’s Music to Life Like Never Before
This tour isn’t just a setlist slapped together. It’s structured like a journey, think of it like a book, with chapters that each reveal a little more of Beyoncé’s evolving story. Over 35 songs cut, weaving together fresh tracks from her Cowboy Carter album with timeless bangers like “Crazy in Love,” “Cuff It,” and “Formation.”
It wasn’t just that she performed these songs. She lived them. With a live band, sharp choreography, and visuals that honestly looked like something out of a high-budget film, every track came alive. There were moments when you could feel the stadium breathe in sync with her.
The Cowboy Carter Stage Was Like Something Out of a Movie
Let’s talk about the stage for a second. It wasn’t just big, it was next-level. Picture glowing LED floors underfoot, a light setup that responded to each beat, and no joke, a gold mechanical bull smack in the middle of it all. And then there was the robotic arm that casually passed Beyoncé a glass of whiskey mid-set. Because, of course, there was.
Beyoncé stunned in a custom Mugler outfit, dripping in fringe and sparkle, each movement catching the light like she was made of magic. Behind her, screens flashed imagery that was both playful and powerful—American flags, a reimagined Statue of Liberty, and visuals that tied back to themes of freedom, identity, and fierce self-expression.
The Carter Kids Steal the Show (And Our Hearts)
Watching Beyoncé share the spotlight with her kids. Blue Ivy, now 13 and growing into her own as a performer, joined her mom during a set that included “YA YA” and “Why Don’t You Love Me,” absolutely nailing the choreography like a pro.
But the real tearjerker? Seven-year-old Rumi Carter is making her stage debut. During “Protector,” Rumi waved to fans, hugged her mom, and nearly brought the entire place to tears. Even Beyoncé couldn’t hold it in: her eyes glistened, her voice cracked, and in that moment, the giant arena felt… intimate. A quick video clip of Sir Carter also played during the show, rounding out a portrait of love, legacy, and a family that’s growing up in front of our eyes.
Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Setlist Was a Perfect Blend of Old and New
The music selection was a buffet of emotions. The night kicked off with “Ameriican Requiem” and included a surprisingly soulful cover of The Beatles’ “Blackbird,” followed by a guitar-blazing take on “The Star-Spangled Banner” that gave it an edge no one saw coming.
She delivered the new hits, “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages”, with so much confidence, you’d think they’d been chart-toppers for a decade. Beyoncé wasn’t just singing, she was reflecting, storytelling, and teaching through sound.
Beyoncé wove in themes of Black identity, resilience, and pride with the precision of a poet. Even the quiet moments spoke volumes. At one point, dancers in red, white, and blue lifted their fists skyward, a striking visual of unity and resistance that sent chills through the crowd.
Through wardrobe, visuals, and words, Beyoncé pushed back at the forces that try to divide us. She gave a voice to people who rarely feel seen and reminded us that music can be both healing and revolutionary.
Beyoncé Just Gave Us a Moment for the Ages
Now that the confetti’s settled in L.A., Beyoncé’s hitting the road. The Cowboy Carter Tour is set to stampede through Chicago, Atlanta, and Las Vegas before crossing the Atlantic for shows in London and Paris. If Los Angeles is any sign, every city on the tour map is in for something seriously special.
Let’s be real, when Beyoncé rolls out a tour, it’s never just a concert. The Cowboy Carter Tour? It’s a whole experience. It’s big, bold, and buzzing with life. It’s not just about the music (though, of course, the music’s incredible), it’s this vivid mix of sound, soul, and storytelling.
Only Beyoncé could pull off something like this, where political messages and powerful visuals collide with tender nods to motherhood and memory. She somehow wraps all of that into one unforgettable night and makes it feel personal. One minute you’re dancing, the next you’re reflecting. That’s the magic she brings.
