“I know you hear me. You’ve asked for the visuals,” echos the soon-to-be viral voice vibrating through the souls inside Solna’s Friends Arena—and throughout the municipality moments before Beyoncé performed “Formation.” “You’ve called for the Queen, but a Queen moves at her own pace, b****, decides when she wants to give you a f****** taste.” After being shut down by her highness, the city was hungry, and of course being the generous Queen she is, the “HEATED” songstress allowed the people to eat, especially the ones who came equipped with forks and spoons.
After a majestic rise from the trap door, Beyoncé illuminated the stage, gracing loyal fans with her presence for a record 3 hours. According to the May 11, 2023 Teen Vogue article by Donya Momenian and Sara Delgago, some of the Queen’s costumes included custom Alexander McQueen, custom Courrèges, custom David Koma, custom Loewe, and custom Coperni—most of the looks were accessorized exclusively using Tiffany & Co. jewelry. With a whopping 36 songs for the setlist, Beyoncé reminds the general public that she is a relentless Queen who’s artistry will transcend space and time, and even for generations to come—she will be revered as thee emeritus.
“Y’all having a good time, Stockholm?” The ethereal superstar asks an ocean full of concert goers before proceeding to wipe the spiritual sweat beads from her eyebrow. “Me too,” the Queen responds, as she continues to vibrate the stage, accompanied by her brilliant band of musicians and ever-so talented dancers. After the concert pyrotechnics and special effects (amongst other things) have rendered fans speechless, the critics will come, especially Journalists and Reporters, to document the history made. No matter the stories written, the world shall know and remember this—Beyoncé delivered a spell-binding performance, closing her opening ceremony levitating atop the infamous, beautiful disco horse photographed beneath her for the “RENAISSANCE” cover art. Royal curtsey and bows are in order, the Queen has returned.