Homecoming: The Live Album cover

Homecoming: The Live Album

Beyoncé · 2019

109 min · 40 tracks · contemporary R&B

A vibrant celebration of Black culture infused with dynamic performances and anthemic empowerment, echoing the spirit of Beyoncé's historic Coachella set.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Crazy in Love Start here — The opening track ignites the album with explosive energy, immediately connecting listeners to Beyoncé's signature blend of pop and R&B while celebrating her roots.
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    Formation — This anthem serves as a powerful statement on race and identity, encapsulating the essence of Beyoncé's message during her historic performance.
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    Drunk in Love — The sultry delivery paired with its rhythmic intensity showcases Beyoncé's range as both a vocalist and performer, making it a standout moment in the live show.
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    Before I Let Go — This cover transforms into a celebratory anthem that resonates with themes of love and community, representing the heart of the live experience.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

79 /100
Summit
Higher than 99% of albums we've rated

A vibrant live album that captures Beyoncé's dynamic performances and themes of empowerment.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks incorporate call-and-response elements with the audience, enhancing the communal experience of the live performance.
  • The arrangement includes a diverse selection of songs from her catalog, reflecting themes of empowerment and cultural pride throughout.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
9/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
8/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 8/10

Defined its genre or moment. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • celebratory atmosphere with friends
  • high-energy performance vibes
  • empowering anthems for motivation
  • dynamic live experience engagement
  • short interludes for breathing room

Maybe skip if you

  • preference for slow ballads
  • dislike of live recordings

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Critical Peak — Highlights Beyoncé's cultural impact and showcases her artistry in a defining live performance.
Themes
Coachella celebration· Black cultural empowerment· historical resilience
Career context
By 2019, Beyoncé had solidified her status as a global icon, following the monumental release of her self-titled visual album in 2013 and the critically acclaimed 'Lemonade' in 2016. 'Homecoming: The Live Album' captures her groundbreaking Coachella performance, also known as 'Beychella', which was a pivotal moment showcasing her artistry and cultural influence.
Stylistic neighbors
Janelle Monáe· Alicia Keys· Rihanna

Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 Welcome 3:16
  • 2 Crazy in Love Start here 2:47
  • 3 Freedom 1:54
  • 4 Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing 2:09
  • 5 Formation 4:23
  • 6 So Much Damn Swag (interlude) 0:59
  • 7 Sorry 6:34
  • 8 Kitty Kat 0:42
  • 9 Bow Down 1:28
  • 10 I Been On 2:40

Disc 2

  • 1 Drunk in Love 4:14
  • 2 Diva 2:45
  • 3 Flawless/Feeling Myself 3:58
  • 4 Top Off 1:22
  • 5 7/11 3:04
  • 6 Bug a Boo Roll Call (interlude) 1:57
  • 7 Party 3:48
  • 8 Don’t Hurt Yourself 4:16
  • 9 I Care 4:08

Disc 3

  • 1 Partition 2:18
  • 2 Yoncé 1:08
  • 3 Mi gente 2:56
  • 4 Baby Boy 1:32
  • 5 You Don’t Love Me (No, No, No) 1:11
  • 6 Hold Up 0:46
  • 7 Countdown 1:43
  • 8 Check on It 1:16
  • 9 Deja vu 4:49
  • 10 The Bzzzz Drumline (interlude) 3:10
  • 11 Run the World (Girls) 3:53
  • 12 Lose My Breath 1:30
  • 13 Say My Name 1:51
  • 14 Soldier 2:11

Disc 4

  • 1 Get Me Bodied 4:23
  • 2 Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It) 3:27
  • 3 Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing (Blue’s version) 1:42
  • 4 Love on Top 3:47
  • 5 Shining (Thank You) 2:39
  • 6 Before I Let Go 4:00
  • 7 I Been On 2:24

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata