Beyoncé returned to her hometown of Houston on Christmas Day for a truly unforgettable halftime show during the NFL’s first-ever Christmas game streamed live on Netflix. As the Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens took a break from their on-field action at NRG Stadium, Beyoncé dazzled fans with a performance that blended her latest album, Cowboy Carter, with her signature stage presence.
The show kicked off with an epic entrance, as Beyoncé rode a majestic white horse to perform the stirring Cowboy Carter track “16 Carriages.” From there, she seamlessly transitioned into “Blackbiird,” joined by a powerhouse lineup of collaborators: Brittney Spencer, Reyna Roberts, Tanner Adell, and Tiera Kennedy. The crowd was then treated to a mix of fan favorites, including “Ya Ya” and a special rendition of “My House,” which also served as a nod to her Renaissance era.
As the performance unfolded, Beyoncé brought even more star power to the stage, welcoming Shaboozey for the fiery “Sweet ★ Honey ★ Buckiin’” and Post Malone for a rousing rendition of “Levii’s Jeans.” The energy reached a fever pitch as she closed out the set with two crowd-pleasers: Dolly Parton’s iconic “Jolene” and her own Cowboy Carter track “Texas Hold ’Em,” the latter featuring a heartwarming moment where she danced with her daughter, Blue Ivy.
Fans can relive the magic of Beyoncé’s halftime performance by streaming it on Netflix starting around the 2:09:00 mark, or by checking out clips on X (formerly Twitter).
A Long-Standing NFL Connection
This wasn’t Beyoncé’s first time partnering with the NFL. Back in 2013, she performed at Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans with her Destiny’s Child bandmates, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams. She returned for Super Bowl 50 in 2016, taking part in a high-energy halftime show in Santa Clara, California. More recently, Beyoncé’s husband, Jay-Z, and his Roc Nation company have been behind the NFL’s halftime shows since 2020, cementing their role as key collaborators in shaping the league’s entertainment strategy.
Grammy Buzz for Cowboy Carter
Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter continues to make waves in the music industry. Released in March 2024, the album has already earned her 11 nominations at the 2025 Grammy Awards, including her first-ever bid for Album of the Year. With nods spanning across country, Americana, pop, and rap categories, Beyoncé’s latest project highlights her genre-defying talent and solidifies her as one of the most decorated artists of her generation.
For Beyoncé, the NFL Christmas Day performance was just another reminder of her unparalleled influence in both music and culture—and a thrilling way for fans to experience the magic of Cowboy Carter live.
Photo: Beyoncé performing at halftime during the Baltimore Ravens v. Houston Texans game at NRG Stadium on December 25. Photo: Getty Images
