On 5/13/2026 at 8:15 PM, ShouldersSideways said:

Let's be real. That's exactly what we did.

And the Substack from that insider about the album being delayed is probably true. I hate to say it, but if it really is going to be rock and even have traces of metal, etc. fall makes sense. Halloween just has that vibe.

I agree BUT the references of "heat" in both CÉCRED and SIRDAVIS products just makes me think it'll be summer (i.e SUMMER RENAISSANCE)

8 minutes ago, Shelter said:

No point making excuses. Each era we got less and less. We don't even get a basic video anymore. Don't defend that

I'm still surprised we even got Bey Bowl

*for a specific period of time. Now streaming on our minds only

I have no problem in the way she moves and whatever. If she doesn't care about her streams, then who am I do it.

But the frustration from fans is so valid because there's so much that she could without having to lift a finger. Just the bare minimum. Just let a group of professionals handle your promo. Just make art accessible. Art that you already made. You don't have to lift a single finger, Bey. You done the work already, now use it wisely and keep your foot on the current generation's neck like you used to.

As far as new content (new videos, interview), if she doesn't want to make them anymore, then it's on her. But there's still so much that could be done.

I still stan her because no one is seeing her art quality wise. She's that ***** and forever will be.

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12 minutes ago, Rafael said:

*for a specific period of time. Now streaming on our minds only

The fact that she removed it from youtube too. Why is she like this

28 minutes ago, Kingdom said:

Taylor swift

Billie

Gaga

Olivia

These are the streaming queens: Their doors are open and they would gladly have you as a Stan. You might be stuck with whisper singing, off key (off the wall) singing and 1 vocal range ladies but they will have you .

Beyoncé streaming situation is NOT changing. It won't change today or tomorrow or next week or next year because Beyoncé herself isn't changing how she moves.

Making the same complaints is futile and boring.

Ur damn annoying sis with ur constant ERRATIC hyper-defensive being.

Pointing out facts such as the lack of longevity of her current projects does NOT disqualify me of being a fan.

You thinking thag goes to show how immature YOU are.

2 minutes ago, Kristie Kuwa said:

Ur damn annoying sis with ur constant ERRATIC hyper-defensive being.

Pointing out facts such as the lack of longevity of her current projects does NOT disqualify me of being a fan.

You thinking thag goes to show how immature YOU are.

What is annoying tiring and irritating is you 'Pointing out" "FACTS" 263663637477474 TIMES with the same outcome/result

That is the definition of insanity.

30 minutes ago, ShouldersSideways said:

I don't really get that though. As baffling as I find her decisions at times, I'm not really concerned about her impact or success anymore because that's far beyond my pay grade. Who am I to tell a woman who has sold hundreds of millions of records as one of the most famous women on the planet what to do?

I think some of this is the fact that a lot of us came to her at a different time in her life, and a different time for the music industry. But how many times can she tell us she's done doing all that? It isn't going to change. When the kids are grown, she will want to spend her golden years enjoying life even more. She's only going to get less accessible.

31 minutes ago, ShouldersSideways said:

I don't really get that though. As baffling as I find her decisions at times, I'm not really concerned about her impact or success anymore because that's far beyond my pay grade. Who am I to tell a woman who has sold hundreds of millions of records as one of the most famous women on the planet what to do?

I think some of this is the fact that a lot of us came to her at a different time in her life, and a different time for the music industry. But how many times can she tell us she's done doing all that? It isn't going to change. When the kids are grown, she will want to spend her golden years enjoying life even more. She's only going to get less accessible.

31 minutes ago, ShouldersSideways said:

I don't really get that though. As baffling as I find her decisions at times, I'm not really concerned about her impact or success anymore because that's far beyond my pay grade. Who am I to tell a woman who has sold hundreds of millions of records as one of the most famous women on the planet what to do?

I think some of this is the fact that a lot of us came to her at a different time in her life, and a different time for the music industry. But how many times can she tell us she's done doing all that? It isn't going to change. When the kids are grown, she will want to spend her golden years enjoying life even more. She's only going to get less accessible.

33 minutes ago, ShouldersSideways said:

I don't really get that though. As baffling as I find her decisions at times, I'm not really concerned about her impact or success anymore because that's far beyond my pay grade. Who am I to tell a woman who has sold hundreds of millions of records as one of the most famous women on the planet what to do?

I think some of this is the fact that a lot of us came to her at a different time in her life, and a different time for the music industry. But how many times can she tell us she's done doing all that? It isn't going to change. When the kids are grown, she will want to spend her golden years enjoying life even more. She's only going to get less accessible.

THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Life becomes easier when you just realize she's a hag legacy act, then you can lower your expecations

This is just a side gig for her, the main concern is Rumi and Sir's science project getting done because they waited last minute to tell her it's due

She may be a musical genius but don't make her craft a life size volcano

17 minutes ago, Kingdom said:

What is annoying tiring and irritating is you 'Pointing out" "FACTS" 263663637477474 TIMES with the same outcome/result

That is the definition of insanity.

I literally shared my Top streamed songs a couple of days ago, so back off Mr Robocop while YOU have nothing to contribute other than playing Hive-police.

I bring LOTS of positivity to the base, you on the other hand - well, not so much, lets just say that.

Pasta just came on shuffle ....lemme skip

Anyway, i dont mean to make enemies nor to bring war to the base.

Anybody who follows my posts knows I stan Bey. Im just a bit disappointed in the way the trilogy has been handled, thats all.

two things can be true

she's a legend, doesn't need to do anything but deliver quality music and performance (on tour), none of that can ever be disputed. RENAISSANCE and COWBOY CARTER are both impactful albums and have been topics of conversation for entire years with not much artificial promo.

at the same time, the trilogy does deserve more and we would have gotten more if this was Beyoncé's 2013 project. most other artists chasing hits wouldn't sit on this much good music and visuals and even a concert film that was out in theaters just to be locked up in a vault. but Beyoncé isn't "most artists" she's a brand on her own. she either has a grand plan we don't quite understand yet (see: act iii, visuals / feature film, RWT movie / CCT movie that never released) or she's decided to disengage herself entirely. either way complaining doesn't get you anything.

It's a weird dichotomy to seek out and prepare this massive trilogy that is brimming with historical context, but you don't want to actually show people? She just expects people to have media literacy, bless her heart

Can we all agree If I Were a Boy is by far the least interesting single of her career? Who even listens to that mess? I truly forgot that song existed until a streamer hummed the melody. Also this person ate her version up.

2 minutes ago, Fleahive said:

Can we all agree If I Were a Boy is by far the least interesting single of her career? Who even listens to that mess? I truly forgot that song existed until a streamer hummed the melody. Also this person ate her version up.

yes, along with Best Thing I Never Had

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RWT film being in theaters for a short period and then never getting any kind of other release was a very biblical kind of evil

6 hours ago, nooniebao said:

The way the news anchors dgaf. The days of non-Today Show journalists geeking out over Beyonce commentary is over.

Seeing @Kristie Kuwa get told "you're so negative go stan someone else" lashings I used to get on the daily. Idk if I should help the sista out or jump ha to gain more allies.

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I think there's actually common ground between the people who want more from her rollouts and the people who argue she's already accomplished everything she needs to and therefore doesn't need to aggressively promote anymore. She doesn't need to be everywehre like it's the early 2000s doing nonstop promo. She doesn't even necessarily need to do more. She just needs to make what she already does more effective. That's where the frustration comes from.

For example, instead of another highly controlled vogue cover and story that adds little value, she could simply leverage her massive social media following or do a small candid interview where she actually speaks openly. That would create far more impact and enjoyment for the fans.

The same applies to promotion overall. Rather than relying on outdated billboards and posters, she could work more directly with Spotify strategically and actually utilise her own social media. Even basic posts about the single, trailer, tracklist, preorder link and then again on release week would be the bare minimum and sustain momentum.

The other frustration is how often songs with potential are left unsupported or even actively sabotaged. There have been so many tracks which have connected with the public since ST and were never pushed. Most artists would kill for those opportunities.

Her performing now a days is a rarity, so to have whatever media we do get be completely withheld diminishes fan enjoyment. Simply release, or don't remove what you've already done.

Lastly everything tends to be front loaded, this would be easy to fix by spreading out what she already does over a longer period and not simply relying on a huge event like the Super Bowl to drum up all the hype.

At the end of the day, rant aside, I'm still here because the quality of her work continues to speak for itself. As much as the rollout choices can be frustrating, what ultimately matters to me most is that she keeps delivering at this level. Her musical output is unmatched, she pushes boundaries and evolves with every release and while that continues, I'll be seated and excited for what comes next.

Her streams are really improving. 20 songs over 150k now whereas after Rennie she only had 13. Keeps going up

kingdom with all due respect, why is every post from you in basé just attacking fans. You will ignore weeks of positive discussion, and the one moment when people are expressing frustration you come in with a holier than thou attitude telling them to go be fans of other artists.

Literally go through your post history and count how often you don't do the above... don't worry, you won't need more than one hand. The people you constantly come for are the only ones keeping basé alive, by all means if you hate a discussion topic feel free to start one of your own and we will be happy to engage

oh hasbeyn when i catch you…

Anyways, cleansing basé with this unreleased classique

I will never understand so-called stans who are confused about why Beyoncé doesn't do more. Because she doesn't give a flying F*CK. She doesn't want to do an interview. She doesn't want to be relatable or likable. She doesn't want to share the formation tour or Renaissance tour videos. She wants to be left alone, and occasionally resurfaces to drop/sell something.

She didn't even care about the MET Gala, she said in the interview that she was there for Blue Ivy and to demonstrate her loyalty to Olivier

If you want to stan artists that care and kiss up to their fans, ppl like Gaga and Taylor etc are still around and doing fan service daily

IIWAB is a ground breaking barrier pushing song that tackles the struggles of gender dysphoria as well as the never ending pressures that come with woman hood in a post-modern society. It's a thesis on feminism, same with BTINH but I understand if it flies past the head of those who are not intellectually inclined. The geepee would agree based on the numbers