Jay-Z made a surprise appearance during Beyoncé’s concert in Paris on Sunday (22.06.25) night. The unexpected performance sent shockwaves through the packed venue, with fans erupting in celebration at the rare joint appearance.
The 43-year-old singer welcomed her husband onto the stage at Stade de France during her third Cowboy Carter Tour show in the city, and the couple sang Crazy in Love together for the first time in more than six years. The iconic hit remains one of their most beloved collaborations and a fan favorite at live performances.
Fan footage circulating online, including a clip by Cardi B, who was in the audience, showed Beyoncé stepping aside during Crazy in Love as Jay made a sudden appearance on stage to rap his verse. The footage quickly went viral across social media platforms, garnering millions of views within hours.
In addition, Jay also joined his wife for a version of 2013’s Drunk in Love, remixed with Partition, and his own N***** in Paris, which was originally a collaboration with Kanye West. This medley showcased the couple’s extensive catalog spanning their relationship and individual careers.
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The last time the couple performed together was at the Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100 in Johannesburg, South Africa, in December 2018. That performance was part of a celebration honoring Nelson Mandela’s centenary, making their Paris reunion even more significant for longtime fans.
The duet marked the first time Beyoncé has performed Drunk in Love on her Cowboy Carter Tour, and her Paris shows also saw another new addition to the setlist. The tour has been breaking attendance records across multiple continents since its launch.
On 19 June, Miley Cyrus was a surprise guest and she joined the former Destiny’s Child singer on the live debut of their ballad ‘II Most Wanted’. The collaboration highlighted Beyoncé‘s successful venture into country music territory.
“I’m so excited because I wanted to do something very special for you guys,” Beyoncé gushed before Miley shot up from under the stage. “I could not do it without this young lady’s help, so I want you to scream as loud as you can. I wan’t y’all for this icon.”
“I’m your biggest fan. I’m so grateful to watch you, to sing with you, Miss Miley Cyrus,” she continued, as the crowd roared in approval. The moment created an electric atmosphere throughout the venue.
It marked the first time the pair had performed the song together live. The track has become a standout from Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter album, which has received critical acclaim and commercial success worldwide.
“I wrote that song, like, two and a half years ago. My mom would always go, ‘I love that song so much,'” Miley penned the song and previously admitted it was a “dream come true” to record it with the Texas Hold ‘Em hitmaker. She told W Magazine: “So when Beyoncé reached out to me about music, I thought of it right away because it really encompasses our relationship.”
“I told [Beyoncé], ‘We don’t have to get country; we are country. We’ve been country,'” she continued. “I said, ‘You know, between you being from Texas and me being from Tennessee, so much of us is going to be in this song.’ Getting to write a song, not just sing, for Beyoncé was a dream come true.'” This collaboration represents a meaningful connection between artists from different musical backgrounds.
The Cowboy Carter Tour has been praised as one of the most ambitious productions in recent years, featuring elaborate stage designs and costume changes that honor country music traditions. Concert-goers have consistently reported unforgettable experiences throughout the tour dates.
The surprise appearances have generated significant buzz across entertainment media, with industry insiders speculating about potential future collaborations. Social media engagement reached unprecedented levels following both surprise performances, demonstrating the enduring appeal of these iconic artists working together on stage.
