Formation (Homecoming Live)

Formation (Homecoming Live)

Beyoncé

Formation, one of Beyoncé’s most popular yet polarizing songs, is an affirmation of her identity, blending both femininity and Black power in the lyrics. Originally performed at her controversial Super Bowl performance that featured Beyoncé giving the Black Power salute and forming an X to represent Malcolm X, the Coachella (or “Beychella” to her fans) performance once again emphasized the song’s Black-celebratory elements, with a Black drum line and Black Greek inclusion.