• Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: Jul 29, 2022
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  1. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing songs disco her best album Break my soul my fav Songs deserve 1 please guys make her 8 songs in Billboardh hot 100 Expand
  2. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Ballroom community representation is huge for this album, production is the best.
  3. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    whats there to say? its queen bey. always high expectations for her and somehow, she's gone above the expectation. there is no one out there doing it like her. she has no peers for a reason.
  4. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    The album is extremely tailored, impeccably produced, praising Beyoncé at her current level is going around in circles. An album to remind us that in difficult times we have to celebrate.
  5. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Renaissance is a work of art. Beyoncé has outdone herself once again! Album Of The Year
  6. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    I love it. It full of cultural richness, and makes me want to release my wiggle.
  7. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Amazing piece of work. Extremely cohesive and every single song works perfectly with each other, bringing out emotions I didn’t know could be felt.
  8. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Uno de los mejores trabajos de Beyoncé en donde experimentó sonidos distintos a sus trabajos anteriores
  9. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Every album that she’s released has somehow managed to top the previous one. The only thing that’s different this time is I just can’t see how she or any other artist will top this. She is the peak of excellence and has continually raised that standard with every project to the point where she is the only person capable of reaching it.
  10. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    What a refreshing and pleasant experience to listen to, although some tracks are kind of dull and repetitive, most of the album is something very new and impactful, I never thought that Beyoncé would be able to put a little experimental music on the tracks of this album, I'm completely obsessed and addicted to listening to Renaissance.
  11. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Perfect! Beyoncé is a legend and this album is a celebretion of life, especially after these dark times. Good job, Bey (again!).
  12. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    La producción de los sonidos y las transiciones de un track a otro son simplemente perfectas. Sin duda alguna es el mejor trabajo de Beyoncé a la fecha.
  13. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    This album embodies the LGBTQ community in a way that many sis gender straight artists have only dreamed of doing. This is a welcome movement and Renaissance to a dark period of time in the world.
  14. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Esse álbum muda todo o conceito que a Beyoncé estava traçando com os seus últimos, porém ainda com a vibe que a Beyoncé coloca sempre nas suas obras.
  15. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé 7th album didn’t put up a excessive narration, instead she is chill, she is cozy. She really upgraded the image of ‘Beyoncé’ with renaissance of black music, her samplings as a base indubitably furnished the album.
  16. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Church girl, Cuff it, Plastic off the Sofa, Alien Superstar, Summer Renaissance are my Top 5 but honestly there are no skips! Such an amazing body of work 10/10
  17. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Simplesmente perfeito! Músicas muito bem escritas e interligadas, sem toda essa moda atual de fazer tuco caber e se adequar em um tiktok
  18. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. omg! stunning
    amazing, masterpiece ♥️
    PERFECT I LOVE UUUUUU MOMMMMMMM
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  19. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Beyonce continua se inovando e nos proporcionando álbuns que dão gosto de viver na mesma época que a lenda
  20. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Fantastic, powerful and expressive. Beyoncé's album has music that gives a new experience for us. And you're surprise, but is so different of everything her do.
  21. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    perfect and surprising, a new garment for such an easily recognizable voice. it's beautiful you'll see new shapes that Bey can have
  22. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this album was a body of work. new creativity, being able to experience something new from her. just amazing. Expand
  23. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    The album was amazing. It was very unique and different from what we typically would expect from her. It is and amazing work of art .. it’s something you’ll have to go in with and open mind and be willing to listen to the uniqueness of the album
  24. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    It’s different and I really like it so much. I needed this album in these difficult times that many of us are going through.
  25. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    I love Beyonce's new album it is amazing. it is her best album so far and it deserve's Album OF THE YEAR.
  26. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfect, brilliant, its the future of the music, the geatest, no one can do the sameeeeeee im sreamingg and i cant stop listening to tthissssss Expand
  27. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    Greatest album of all time. Best album of the year. Best album of the decade. Best album of the century. Best album of the millennium.
  28. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    Most amazing album of the decade! Talk about welcome to a new era of music. The Queen is back and by popular demand.
  29. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    Amazing that after a period of war, Beyoncé's rebirth comes as a lull for the rage. A complete work, an incomparable artist.
  30. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    Renaissance não é apenas um álbum... É uma obra de arte! Cada música me leva ao alto e sinto uma energia incrível ouvindo esse hinário. Beyoncé nunca decepciona!
  31. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    This album is a beautiful body of work. As a member of of the LGBTQIA+ family, I cannot express the amount of love and happiness I feel from this album. To be seen through musical art is an incredible feeling, thank you Beyoncé for always showing up and showing out. If you want to forget about your problems or need healing, I advise you get lost in the Renaissance album. I am grateful thatThis album is a beautiful body of work. As a member of of the LGBTQIA+ family, I cannot express the amount of love and happiness I feel from this album. To be seen through musical art is an incredible feeling, thank you Beyoncé for always showing up and showing out. If you want to forget about your problems or need healing, I advise you get lost in the Renaissance album. I am grateful that I did, I have not been the same since Friday 07/29. I feel beautiful, confident and free. 1000/10 Great Job Bey! Expand
  32. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    Unique, perfect, amazing. Beyonce sings like an angel, with powerfully vocals, wonderful lyrics and production. Renaissance is art.
  33. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jessica Rae Duarte Honestly I haven’t been a big Beyoncé fan since back when she was in destiny.. She is statistically an icon of pop (for sure) but I’ve always been more of a Rihanna STAN. However this album is really unique and layered with different house, 80’s, Gospel, slam poetry, and dance genres. I feel like this album was made with LGBTQ influences and of course her usual afrocentricity, I appreciate she didn’t scream and belt in this album it was more melodic and fresh. I actually hated the first single, at first it sounded too lyrically literal for me and repetitive. But I gave the album a second listen Expand
  34. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    Mesmo usando samples eu não tenho a sensação de estar escutando uma música igual a outras, o trabalho neste álbum foi muito bem feito, sem falar os vocais que estão em outro nível. UNIQUE!
  35. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    Le meilleur album de Beyoncé. La technique vocale est impressionnante aussi bien en voix basse, de tête, qu'en médium qu'elle contrôle à merveille. Nous pouvons noter le grand travail sur chaque couplet, chaque mot, chaque tonalité, chaque intention vocale à un moment précis. Les instru sont simplement délicieux à écouter. Toutes les 16 pistes de cet album méritent d'être un single. NousLe meilleur album de Beyoncé. La technique vocale est impressionnante aussi bien en voix basse, de tête, qu'en médium qu'elle contrôle à merveille. Nous pouvons noter le grand travail sur chaque couplet, chaque mot, chaque tonalité, chaque intention vocale à un moment précis. Les instru sont simplement délicieux à écouter. Toutes les 16 pistes de cet album méritent d'être un single. Nous attendons la suite afin de continuer de danser, chanter, crier et pourquoi pas renaître ? ;) Expand
  36. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Production! And “Album of the Year” contender! Beyoncé understood well the definition of “comeback”. Superb! She’s not only the Queen but also a THIQUE ALIEN SUPERSTAR! Expand
  37. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    Maravilhosa, serviu tanto, esse álbum é uma obra prima mamãe nunca decepciona
  38. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    I Love Beyoncé. I Love Renaissance. thanks Beyoncé for everything. Brazil Loves you Queen Bee.
  39. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    This by far is Beyoncé's best work. The transition transcend you to a new world. Her vocals stronger, there is nothing left to be desired. This album checks every box, it's simply put her own sound that plays homage to the very music that inspired the art. A masterpiece that doesn't seem to end!
  40. Aug 2, 2022
    10
    AOTY
    Simplesmente perfeito

    I'm that girl Cozy
    Alien Superstar
    Cuff it
    Virgo's Groove
    Energy
    Thique
    Church Girl
    Todas perfeitas
  41. ITJ
    Aug 2, 2022
    10
    Beyonce really gave us a solid 10/10 album with no skips. AGAIN. It's a house/dance album for the ages.
  42. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beyoncé é sinônimo de sucesso. RENAISSANCE é a prova viva que King Bey é a única artista viva capaz de produzir arte que será lembrada por gerações. Uma artista que dá seu nome, cria sua marca, representa todo um movimento. Ela é a indústria. Ninguém acima dela. Já dizia Beyoncé, "don't even waste your time trying to compete with me / No one else in this world can think like me". Nos resta esperar os próximos atos desse projeto incrível. 10/10. Expand
  43. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    Literally one of the best, upbeat, dance albums I’ve heard in years! In this crazy world, Beyoncé has given us a much needed escape to a place of fun and freedom!
  44. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé está provando mais uma vez que somente ela consegue se superar, não existe outro nome que possa ofusca-lá. Ela é realmente a maior de todos os tempos e será sempre lembrada por seu nível de excelência inigualável.
  45. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    Once again Beyoncé proved that she can come back with a completely new style and new sounds by taking risks. She pushed away her limits AGAIN. She gave us VOCALS (honorable mention for Virgo’s Groove) and the production is top tier. Plus, the choice of the samples make the album even better. It’s refreshing, show-stopping and a whole trip in our mind. Congrats Queen Bey!
  46. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simplesmente o álbum do ano! Valeu a pena esperar por tanto tempo! A dona BEYONCÉ deu o nome como sempre fez, e mais uma vez surpreendeu a todos! Ela sabe que é e sempre será a MAIOR!
    ÓTIMO álbum, músicas ótimas pra dançar e se divertir! Arrasou mami!
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  47. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    A consecration for the Queen, again if I might say . The girlies are pressed, and it's understanable , BEYONCÉ done switched it UP again , she is just THAT GIRL. She is bold, and confident in her musicianship to try and flaunt in new styles.
  48. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    Renaissance by beyoncé is a masterpiece, with each track you are more amazed and impressed with her voice and genius, mix of musical styles forms a perfect set! Simply the GREATEST living artist!
  49. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s just INCREDIBLE!!! It’s art, I’m in love with this album! She’s the best singer EVER! Expand
  50. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    A flawless victory, Beyoncé!
    This album from start to finish is an extraordinary experience of a modern take on 90’s house music. With strong ballroom and Vogue influences. With the addition of TS Madison, DJ Honey, Kevin JZ Prodigy it’s a celebration and homage to the black LGBT+ community. Thank you Beyoncé! I am proud and honor. This is an excellent cohesive body of work. The songs just
    A flawless victory, Beyoncé!
    This album from start to finish is an extraordinary experience of a modern take on 90’s house music. With strong ballroom and Vogue influences. With the addition of TS Madison, DJ Honey, Kevin JZ Prodigy it’s a celebration and homage to the black LGBT+ community. Thank you Beyoncé! I am proud and honor. This is an excellent cohesive body of work. The songs just melt into each other. Powerful and passionate and sultry and airy vocals Pierce through your ears. This is hands-down Beyoncé‘s best album. Persevere Beyoncé and continue to soar. Bring on Act 2 and 3.
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  51. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    Sonoridade e vozes provocam uma vibração contagiante que transcende as melhores sensações e percepções físicas. Impactante, inovador e acolhedor aos ouvidos.
  52. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    Wow! This album is on another GENIUS level! Pure Masterpiece!
    Congrats Beyonce and Thank you for the sleepless nights that you had… just to make us happy!
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  53. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    This is her best yet. I can't believe she actually topped Lemonade. She experimented and made her best album ever. It's dance, it's perfection, it's Beyonce's excellence!
  54. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    This is the perfect album. I can’t stop listening
  55. Aug 3, 2022
    10
    Merece nota máxima por essa perfeição que chamamos de álbum. Ainda estamos no início dessa era e não consumimos nem 1% dela. Queremos mais, Beyoncé.
  56. Aug 4, 2022
    10
    Sem dúvidas o melhor álbum do ano. Beyoncé se superou novamente...Ela não é a maior artista viva por acaso! Queen!
  57. Aug 4, 2022
    10
    best album of the year. Simply one of the best things ive ever heard. Besyonce is my queen only this.
  58. Aug 4, 2022
    10
    life changing. idk how she will ever top this album, but i know for sure she will. we are so lucky to be alive at the same time as beyoncé to witness greatness, history, and talent at its best. there will never be another. she is the one, the only one, one of one. don't even waste your time trying to compete with her. no one else can think like her, she's twisted.
  59. Aug 4, 2022
    10
    A thunderstruck sensation made of dreams and sexy power. The Lust. The Drive. The Gull.
  60. Aug 4, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé once again reinvents her art and provides a welcoming place without losing quality. The album is a journey, like a time machine, you visit the past but fill it from a modern perspective. And I think that's the intention, during the trip, be who you are, be free and love every detail of it.
  61. Aug 4, 2022
    10
    Really a triumph of production, emotional freedom, and chaotic cohesion. Such a blend of genres, arrangements, and masterful vocal delivery. Such care has been taken to produce something that feels improvisational but in reality, it's so precise and deliberate in its command to make you enjoy yourself.
  62. Aug 4, 2022
    10
    Infectious, confident, free spirited album that seamlessly blends an homage of different sub-dance genres to create a reinvention of classic dance music. Her most ambitious and experimental album to date. 10/10
  63. Aug 4, 2022
    10
    Best album of the year I can’t stop listening
  64. Aug 5, 2022
    10
    This is what happens when you are so masterful in your craft. I love this album so much and its infectious, you can't stop playing it. The production...wow!
  65. Aug 5, 2022
    10
    My favorite Beyoncé's album by far! Not only does it have quality production, it also did a wonderful job showing off her vocal abilities, which I've missed!
  66. Aug 5, 2022
    10
    I love how Beyoncé keeps reinventing herself! With Renaissance, Beyoncé did a wonderful job exploring and showcasing different kinds of dance music, while staying true to her own style. The vocal production is as usual otherwordly. Each tracks are necessary, with a seamless transitions. One of her finest works!
  67. Aug 5, 2022
    10
    Es un viaje.
    Es muy curioso como Beyoncé después de tantos años de carrera sigue sorprendiendo al mundo y brindando con cada proyecto una nueva visión de su potencial y una nueva cara de su persona. Las expectativas estaban altas pero las ha llegado a superar y eso se merece todo el respeto y admiración posible. Bravo Queen B
  68. Aug 5, 2022
    10
    Album of the year by far. The transitions, the vocals, the cohesiveness. Beyoncé constantly reinvents her sound.. she’s amazing
  69. Aug 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The runs, the vocals and the vibes are juat immaculate. She ate with this one Expand
  70. Aug 7, 2022
    10
    Beyonce finally assembles her talents into a true pop album that will endure the test of time. With this effort, Beyonce has cemented her legacy, truly earning her destined status of "greatness"--which so many prematurely granted her for her prior achievements.
  71. Aug 8, 2022
    10
    Next level. Bey is certainly back but still, I won’t be getting any sleep anytime soon.
  72. Aug 8, 2022
    10
    Through Renaissance, Beyoncé reinvents herself again with a new sound - fresher and more rejuvenating than ever! An artist who is never afraid to take risks, Beyoncé really exceeds expectations with her 7th studio album, constantly raising the bar in whatever she does. 6 years of waiting since Lemonade was worth it, seeing the results that she has brought to the table. Renaissance will beThrough Renaissance, Beyoncé reinvents herself again with a new sound - fresher and more rejuvenating than ever! An artist who is never afraid to take risks, Beyoncé really exceeds expectations with her 7th studio album, constantly raising the bar in whatever she does. 6 years of waiting since Lemonade was worth it, seeing the results that she has brought to the table. Renaissance will be remembered as her most innovative and ambitious project to date. However, seeing how she is always outdoing herself, it is without doubt that her next project will be much better and will defy expectations. Until then, Renaissance is here to stay, and to become a proof of what an artist can achieve when she is fully committed to her crafts. Expand
  73. Aug 9, 2022
    10
    1h02 of pure pleasure, without any stop, this album is pure perfection. I've been listening to it a hundred times since its release.
  74. Aug 9, 2022
    10
    The transitions of this album are MARVELOUS! this was a MASTERPIECE! this is truly some of beyonces best work HANDS DOWN
  75. Aug 9, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé’s most cohesive album to date I haven’t stopped listening since it dropped. Renaissance is the best album of the year it brings, joy, happiness, and makes you want to dance non stop.
  76. Aug 9, 2022
    10
    This album takes you on a journey of self-love and creates a space on the dance floor for you as the listener to let go of your worries and become the best version of yourself! It’s a true testament to Beyoncé’s evolution as an artist and versatility as a musician. She runs her world and allows others do thrive in their own way while doing so. 10/10
  77. Aug 9, 2022
    10
    This album is so cohesive! I love how Beyoncé is so Frank about her sexuality and boldly claiming her position as “That Girl”. I have a favorite track daily, and highly recommend this album on a sunny day drive. Or put it on and “ pull relief in” & dance for an entire hour! Anyone releasing after Renaissance will have a hard time topping the warranted hype, and awe inspiring production!This album is so cohesive! I love how Beyoncé is so Frank about her sexuality and boldly claiming her position as “That Girl”. I have a favorite track daily, and highly recommend this album on a sunny day drive. Or put it on and “ pull relief in” & dance for an entire hour! Anyone releasing after Renaissance will have a hard time topping the warranted hype, and awe inspiring production! 10’s ACROSS THE BOARD! Expand
  78. Aug 9, 2022
    10
    A remarkable body of work for any artist but for Beyoncé to be able to blend so many of her influences into this gorgeous album after 25+ years in the business isn't anything short of amazing. I haven't been able to stop repeating this album since it's release! The details continue to reveal themselves on each subsequent listen. She deserves a great deal of credit for stretching herselfA remarkable body of work for any artist but for Beyoncé to be able to blend so many of her influences into this gorgeous album after 25+ years in the business isn't anything short of amazing. I haven't been able to stop repeating this album since it's release! The details continue to reveal themselves on each subsequent listen. She deserves a great deal of credit for stretching herself when she could absolutely phone it in like so many others seem to do. Looking forward to what she does in this phase of her now towering career Expand
  79. Aug 10, 2022
    10
    This album is a masterpiece. i've been listening to it since its release :)
  80. Aug 10, 2022
    10
    Um álbum para marcar uma geracão!
    Musicas atemporais, que poderão ser ouvidas daqui a 5, 10 anos e ainda farão o mesmo efeito!
  81. Aug 11, 2022
    10
    This album is amazing.Beyoncé did not disappoint me again!!! I love the songwriting,vocals the vibe everything was really good!! I can’t choose which song is my favorite off the album! I think it will win Album Of The Year at Grammys2023,It’ll race with 30 by Adele.
  82. Aug 11, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. She yet again re invents herself and does it FLAWLESSLY. Beyoncé has mastered her craft and voice, and this is evident in her 7th studio album Expand
  83. Aug 12, 2022
    10
    Melhor álbum de todos os tempos de nossa senhora Beyoncé, álbum incrível 100%
  84. Aug 12, 2022
    10
    This is just everything. Experimental yet refined. Nostalgic but cutting edge. Pure genius.
  85. Aug 15, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé out here making Experiences, not just albums. the other girls (drake) can't compete.
  86. Aug 13, 2022
    10
    One of the best albums the Queen Bee has put out in this energy-less year. Filled with genuine enthusiasm and dedication to the art of dance music.
  87. Aug 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Albüm şu ana kadar dinlediğim en iyi albüm. Şarkı arası geçişler, sözler, ritim her şeyin en iyisini hak ediyor. Tabii ki Queen B yine farkını ortaya koydu, bizi hayal kırıklığına uğratmadı ve Rönesans'ı bize tekrar yaşattı. Teşekkürler Beyoncé. Expand
  88. Aug 14, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé’s most revolutionary piece of work. A strong, dynamic, and unique album.
  89. Aug 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My favorite of the whole beyonce discography, no skips at all!! Very upbeat and ballroom realness! FEEL GOOD MUSIC Expand
  90. Aug 14, 2022
    10
    This must be called : the music industry's master class
    The vocals: 10/10
    The musicality:10/10
    The transitions: 10/10
    The interpolation and sound credits: 10/10
  91. Aug 15, 2022
    10
    Perfection. Culturally nuanced. Quality Music. Full of substance. Life changing. Bigger than music. EVERYTHING.
  92. Aug 15, 2022
    10
    Awesome dance album! Definitely puts you in a good mood. Very different than previous Beyonce albums
  93. Aug 16, 2022
    10
    This album is a masterpiece. It’s a great mix of house with stories and colloquial terms for months to come. So excited to continue to appreciate the different sounds and genres. Let’s party.
  94. Aug 16, 2022
    10
    What an amazing production and creativity ! She had fun in this album and ver voice surfed proudly through it !! Her best project ever in my opinion
  95. Aug 16, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is a work of art And Beyoncé proud once again that she can renew herself Expand
  96. Aug 17, 2022
    10
    A huge Celebration when it is most definetly needed.
    Combination of the great Vocals, happy and uplifting Attitude that compels you to enjoy and be lighthearted in those stressful days. just Teased some visuals which also look glorious.
    No one else does it in her standard. the Best.
  97. Nov 29, 2022
    10
    I'm that girl, cozy, alien superstar, cuff it, energy, cuff it, energy, break my soul..
  98. Aug 20, 2022
    10
    obrigado nossa querida icônica Beyoncé por fazer álbuns completamente impecáveis que serve simplesmente para todas as ocasiões, esse álbum tem me feito dançar ate mesmo quando apenas penso em qualquer batida de sua música, mal posso esperar pelos demais atos.
  99. Aug 20, 2022
    10
    perfeito do início ao fim um álbum completo impossível de ouvir sem pular uma música ou no modo aleatório
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Universal acclaim - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 26
  2. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Mojo
    Sep 21, 2022
    80
    A continuous mix of hedonism, virtuosity, scholarship and, as one of her disco antecedents would have it, Good Times. [Nov 2022, p.84]
  2. Uncut
    Aug 31, 2022
    80
    Beyoncé's seventh solo album is a flawlessly structured feast. [Oct 2022, p.25]
  3. Aug 9, 2022
    90
    Renaissance derives its meaning through its diverse soundscape, which, due to Beyoncé’s astute curation, becomes a statement about letting the music speak for itself.