Paris, France – The City of Love was treated to a powerful musical reunion Sunday night (June 22), as Jay-Z joined Beyoncé on stage at Stade de France for an unforgettable duet performance. The iconic power couple delivered an explosive rendition of their 2003 classic, “Crazy in Love,” thrilling fans who hadn’t seen the duo perform together in over six years.
Beyoncé wrapped up the Paris leg of her Cowboy Carter Tour — which spanned three nights (June 19, 21, and 22) — with this unexpected guest appearance from her husband. The emotional and nostalgic moment marked their first joint concert performance since their set at Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100 in Johannesburg, South Africa, on December 2, 2018.
Jay-Z didn’t stop at just one appearance. After delivering his verse from “Crazy in Love” to a roaring crowd, he stayed on stage for a special performance of “Drunk in Love,” reimagined with elements of Beyoncé’s seductive track “Partition.” He also stunned fans with a fiery solo performance of his hit “N****s in Paris” — a track originally from his 2011 collaborative album Watch the Throne with Ye (Kanye West). Though Ye did not appear, the moment felt just as historic.
A Star-Studded Night in the City of Love
The surprise appearances didn’t go unnoticed. Viral clips quickly flooded social media, including a fan-shot video by none other than Cardi B, who rocked a Cowboy Carter-inspired outfit in the VIP section. She was spotted dancing alongside Kelly Rowland and Tina Knowles as Jay-Z performed “N****s in Paris,” adding to the night’s electrifying energy.
Fans were equally stunned when Beyoncé made room for Jay-Z mid-performance, stepping aside to let him emerge and command the stage solo. His entrance ignited a thunderous response from the packed stadium.
“Crazy in Love” has remained a mainstay on Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour setlist, though Jay-Z’s verse is typically absent. Sunday night, however, brought the iconic collaboration full circle. Even more notably, this Paris show marked the first appearance of “Drunk in Love” on the tour and the only performance of “N****s in Paris.”
Beyoncé Keeps Surprises Coming
Jay-Z’s appearance followed a separate surprise earlier in the Paris tour: Miley Cyrus joined Beyoncé onstage during the June 19 show to debut their Cowboy Carter ballad “II Most Wanted,” sending fans into a frenzy.
As Beyoncé continues her genre-defying Cowboy Carter Tour, she’s proving once again why she’s one of the most dynamic performers of her generation — and why her shows remain must-see global events.
Next up, Beyoncé brings the Cowboy Carter Tour back to the United States, kicking off a two-night hometown run in Houston on June 28. If Paris was any indication, fans should expect the unexpected.
