Beyoncé has kicked off her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin’ Circuit tour with a powerful nearly three-hour show at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
The concert highlighted Southern Black culture, freedom of expression, and family, featuring her daughters Blue Ivy and Rumi Carter on stage.
Her setlist included around 35 songs from across her career, from 2008’s I Am… Sasha Fierce to last year’s Cowboy Carter.
Visuals on massive LED screens emphasized themes of reclamation and history, including striking images like American flag-covered coffins with the phrase “history can’t be erased.”
Beyoncé opened with “American Requiem” in a white fringed bodysuit, followed by a moment to thank fans for their support and creative freedom.
She also performed a cover of the Beatles’ “Blackbird,” showing the range and passion of the evening.
Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin’ Circuit tour began with a high-energy show that combined extensive musical selections with vivid visuals.
The tour highlights themes rooted in Southern Black culture and showcases Beyoncé’s evolving artistry.
It also marks an important moment in her career that intertwines personal and creative expression.