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Beyoncé Performs With Texas Southern's Marching Band At Halftime Of NFL Game

The mega pop star connected with her HBCU community to have the TSU marching band join her at halftime for the Ravens versus Texans game.

Kyle T. Mosley

Dec 25, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Musician Beyonce preforms during the half time show between the Baltimore Ravens and the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Julian Dakdouk Parkwood Entertainment via Imagn Images
Dec 25, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Musician Beyonce preforms during the half time show between the Baltimore Ravens and the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Julian Dakdouk Parkwood Entertainment via Imagn Images / Julian Dakdouk-Parkwood Entertainment via Imagn Images
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Beyoncé Knowles-Carter made a grand return to her hometown, Houston, with a captivating halftime performance at the Baltimore Ravens versus Houston Texans game on Christmas Day.

Her performance was a unique blend of country music, Houston, and HBCU culture, making it memorable. She even featured the Houston low-riders that Hip Hop artists like Slim Thug have popularized in the city's Hip Hop community.

The legendary pop star also brought a touch of HBCU culture to the NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. She enlisted the support of the Texas Southern Ocean of Soul Marching Band and auxiliary teams, creating a performance that celebrated diversity and inclusivity.

Under the direction of Dr. Brian Simmons, the marching Ocean of Soul took center stage with Beyoncé. The Drum Majors and the Motion of the Ocean dance team, all part of the 'Country Carter' show, added their unique flair to the performance, making it a visual and auditory treat for the audience.

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Dec 25, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Musician Beyonce preforms during the half time show between the Baltimore Ravens and the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Julian Dakdouk Parkwood Entertainment via Imagn Images / Julian Dakdouk-Parkwood Entertainment via Imagn Images

The Christmas Day game spectators were treated to a truly star-studded halftime show, inspired by Beyoncé's recent record-breaking album, Country Carter. The performance was a testament to Beyoncé's respect for HBCUs and the country music industry.  

She brought the crowd to their feet by riding a white horse while entering NRG Stadium's tunnel to the field while singing 16 Carriages. After her dismount, fellow black female country performers Brittney Spencer, Tiera Kennedy, Tanner Adell, and Reyna Roberts belted out harmonies for Blackbird.

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Dec 25, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Musician Beyonce preforms during the half time show between the Baltimore Ravens and the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Julian Dakdouk Parkwood Entertainment via Imagn Images / Julian Dakdouk-Parkwood Entertainment via Imagn Images

HBCU Legends was honored to interview Roberts at Alabama State's Homecoming in October. She expressed her gratitude to Beyoncé for the opportunity to collaborate with the star and the other ladies.  

The Ocean of Soul joined the Grammy-winning artist and her daughter, Blue Ivy, in the field bleachers for a Homecoming-style rendition of Ya Ya and Texas Hold 'Em.

Hip Hop/R&B performer Post Malone and the hottest new country music star Shaboozey had duets on knocked out Levii's Jeans and Sweet Honey Buckin', respectively. Beyoncé received eleven Grammy nominations for the "Country Carter" project, including Album, Record, Song, Duo/Group, and Pop Solo Performances of the Year.

At one point of the show, the Houston native proudly let the world know that NRG Stadium was "MY HOUSE." She performed in the venue several times with Destiny's Child and as a solo artist.

The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Houston Texans, 34-2, at the Christmas Day NFL game.

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Kyle T. Mosley
KYLE T. MOSLEY

I am Kyle T. Mosley, the Founder, Managing Editor, and Chief Reporter for the HBCU Legends, Saints News Network, and Pelicans Scoop on FanNation a Sports Illustrated team channel since October 2019.  Morehouse Alum, McDonogh #35 Roneagles (NOLA), Drum Major of the Tenacious Four.  My Father, Mother, Grandmother, Aunts and Uncles were HBCU graduates! Host of "Blow the Whistle" HBCU Legends, "The Quad" with Coach Steward, and "Bayou Blitz" Podcasts. Radio/Media Appearances:  WWL AM/FM Radio in New Orleans (Mike Detillier/Bobby Hebert),  KCOH AM 1230 in Houston (Ralph Cooper), WBOK AM in New Orleans (Reggie Flood/Ro Brown), and 103.7FM "The Game" (Jordy Hultberg/Clint Domingue), College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt), Jeff Lightsly Show, and Offscript TV on YouTube. Television Appearance: Fox26 in Houston on The Isiah Carey Factor, College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt). My Notable Interviews:  Byron Allen (Media Mogul), Deion Sanders (Jackson State University, Head Coach), Tomekia Reed (Jackson State Lady Tigers Basketball Coach), Taylor Rooks (NBA Reporter), Swin Cash (VP of Basketball - New Orlean Pelicans), Demario and Tamala Davis (NFL Player), Jerry Rice (Hall of Famer), Doug Williams (HBCU & NFL Legend), Emmitt Smith (Hall of Famer), James "Shack" Harris (HBCU & NFL Legend), Cris Carter (Hall of Famer), Solomon Wilcots (SiriusXM NFL Host), Steve Wyche (NFL Network), Jim Trotter (NFL Network), Travis Williams (Founder of HBCU All-Stars, LLC), Malcolm Jenkins (NFL Player), Cam Jordan (NFL), Demario Davis (NFL), Allan Houston (NBA All-Star), Drew Brees (Former NFL QB), Deuce McAllister (Former NFL RB), Willie Roaf (NFL Hall of Fame), Jim Everett (Former NFL Player), Quinn Early (Former NFL Player), Dr. Reef (NFL Players' Trainer Specialist), Nataria Holloway (VP of the NFL). I am building a new team of journalists, podcasters, videographers, and interns.  For media requests, interviews, or interest in joining HBCU Legends, please contact me at kmosley@hbcusi.com. Follow me:

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