Blue Ivy Shines Bright at Cowboy Carter Tour Opening with Solo “Deja Vu” Performance

BY TRACY ANN DUNKLEY

Blue Ivy Carter Steals the Spotlight at Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour Opening Night. This wasn’t just a celebration of genre-blending music and Texan pride—it was a family affair that saw Blue Ivy Carter command the stage with a show-stopping performance.

Taking center stage at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, the 13-year-old stunned the crowd with a thrilling dance break to her mother’s 2006 hit “Déjà Vu”. Dressed in brown leather chaps and a fringe-detailed tank, Blue Ivy embodied the tour’s country-meets-hip-hop aesthetic while paying homage to Beyoncé’s legacy.

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A Star in the Making! Fans erupted as Blue Ivy strutted down the stage with the confidence of a seasoned performer before leading Beyoncé’s dancers in a recreation of the iconic “Déjà Vu” choreography. With her signature braids whipping through the air, she executed the moves with precision, proving that she’s not just following in her mother’s footsteps—she’s carving her own path.  The moment was made even more nostalgic by the song itself—a Beyoncé–Jay-Z collaboration that first set stages ablaze nearly two decades ago.

Even Beyoncé’s sister, Solange Knowles, couldn’t hold back her excitement, posting on X:

Backstage, Beyoncé herself shared emotional words about her daughter’s performance:

“That moment was magic. Blue Ivy did what I’ve always hoped she would, taking the stage on her terms and shine. I’m so proud of her.”

Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour continues its 32-date stadium run, one thing is clear: Blue Ivy isn’t just growing up under the spotlight—she’s stepping right into it.