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Ninfa Saavedra, Digital Content Specialist
Published: December 26, 2024, at 9:31 AM
HOUSTON, Texas – Houston, you were treated to a spectacular show! Beyoncé Knowles-Carter delivered a cowgirl-studded halftime performance during the Christmas Day Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens game. While the Houston Texans fell short, losing 2-31 to the Ravens, Beyoncé undoubtedly saved the day for the city.
Her halftime performance blended country music with elements of Houston and Historically Black College and University (HBCU) culture, featuring the Texas Southern University Ocean of Soul marching band. This collaboration was a truly unforgettable spectacle, showcasing TSU’s talent on a national stage.
A Christmas Like No Other! The Texas Southern University Ocean of Soul joins forces with Beyoncé for an unforgettable NFL Halftime Performance. TSU is shining brighter than ever! 🏈🎄🎶#OceanOfSoul#TSU#ChristmasHalftimepic.twitter.com/LjdascCCwn
Beyoncé, known for celebrating HBCUs in her performances (similar to her Coachella performance with Grambling State University), continued this tradition. Under the direction of Dr. Brian Simmons, the Ocean of Soul took center stage, accompanying Beyoncé as she performed songs from her record-breaking country album, *Cowboy Carter*.
Enjoy the Ho Ho Ho-down all over again.Beyoncé’s show-stopping #NFLonNetflixHalftime performance will be available on Netflix as a standalone special. Coming soon…pic.twitter.com/TQZnbZ3Y2e
The performance was truly unforgettable. Beyoncé made a dramatic entrance on a white horse, wearing an all-white fur coat and cowgirl hat, singing “16 Carriages.” She then dismounted, joined by fellow Black female country artists Brittney Spencer, Tiera Kennedy, Tanner Adell, and Reyna Roberts, performing “Blackbird.”
“take these broken wings and learn to fly”. that’s what this entire year has felt like. thank you @beyonce for this moment. for all the beautiful black girls, i hope you see this as a testament that you can be whoever you want to be and do whatever you set your mind to. pic.twitter.com/39avsneBcU
The 12-minute halftime show also included performances by Post Malone, Shaboozey, and Beyoncé’s eldest daughter, Blue Ivy Carter.
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