Beyoncé and Jay Z's Best Onstage Moments

By Kelsey Glein
Updated Jun 17, 2017 @ 10:45 pm
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There's no doubt that Beyoncé and Jay Z are one of music’s most powerful couples and that's why we love it when they perform together. Last night the talented pair kicked off their joint On The Run Tour in spectacular style at Sun Life Stadium in Miami.

The show opened with an energetic performance of their hit collaboration "’03 Bonnie and Clyde," with Beyoncé dressed in custom long-sleeved Atelier Versace black bodysuit covered with sequined netting, a matching net headpiece by the label, and high-heeled combat boots (above). Jay Z kept it simple by sporting a black blazer over a shirt emblazoned with the American flag, a bevy of gold chain necklaces, and a black beanie.

The rest of the totally integrated night included hits from both stars, including Beyoncé's "Crazy in Love" and "Run the World (Girls)," and Jay Z's "Tom Ford" and "Show Me What You Got." Beyoncé changed looks several times throughout the concert—a military-inspired custom Diesel denim bodysuit (above, left) and a second Atelier Versace custom printed bodysuit were among her fierce ensembles (above, right).

During the show, which includes an incredible 43-song set list, the couple shared a never-before-seen video from their 2008 wedding along with footage of their 2-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy. As one of the most anticipated concert tours of the summer, we can't wait to see what else the duo has in store!

Want more? Check out Beyoncé and Jay Z's best on-stage moments together in our gallery.

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On the Run Tour, 2014

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Beyoncé and Jay Z kicked off their joint On the Run Tour in spectacular style at Sun Life Stadium in Miami, Florida.

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56th Annual Grammy Awards, 2014

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Jay Z stepped onstage with Beyoncé to sing her hit song, "Drunk in Love" during the 56th annual Grammy Awards.

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Mrs. Carter Show World Tour, 2013

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Jay Z joined Beyoncé on the stage to sing his hit song "Tom Ford" during the Mrs. Carter Show at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

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Chime for a Change Concert, 2013

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It's rare the public sees any PDA from this private couple, but Jay Z planted a peck on his wife during their performance of “Crazy in Love" at Twickenham Stadium in London.

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Jay Z's Barclays Center Concert, 2012

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During Jay Z's concert in Brooklyn, New York, he joked, “Of course I had to let BK touch the stage in BK—well BKC now," after Beyoncé's surprise set of “Diva," “Crazy in Love,” and “Young Forever.”

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Coachella Festival, 2010

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Jay Z was the first hip-hop headliner in the festival's 11-year history. Beyoncé joined him to sing a rendition of his hit "Young Forever."

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Home & Home Tour with Jay-Z and Eminem, 2010

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Stepping on stage together for the first time as husband and wife, Beyoncé sang the chorus of “Young Forever” with Jay Z at Yankee Stadium.

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3rd Annual Fashion Rocks, 2006

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The pair performed “Deja Vu,” from her B-Day album.

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6th Annual BET Awards, 2006

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Beyoncé added silver body art and a little bit of Jay Z to her performance of “Deja Vu,” during the ceremony, held the Shrine Auditorium in L.A.

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10th Anniversary Concert for Reasonable Doubt Album, 2006

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Beyoncé sang Mary J. Blige's part in Jay Z's song “Can’t Knock the Hustle” at the 10th anniversary performance of his debut album, Reasonable Doubt, at Radio City Music Hall.

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Prince’s Trust Urban Music Festival, 2004

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The power couple performed “Crazy in Love” on the first night of the two-day music event at Earls Court in London.

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Z100’s Jingle Ball, 2003

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Beyoncé and Jay Z took the stage at Madison Square Garden in New York City for another memorable performance.

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Jay Z's Black Album Tour, 2003

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Beyoncé joined Jay Z at Madison Square Garden in New York, to perform “Crazy in Love” and her hit, “Baby Boy” sans Sean Paul.

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MTV Music Awards, 2003

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Jay Z joined Beyoncé for "Crazy in Love" during her performance at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

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3rd Annual BET Awards, 2003

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Jay Z and Beyoncé performed "Crazy in Love" the BET Awards.

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Ford Concert, June 14, 2003

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The pair performed “Crazy in Love” in Dearborn, Michigan, for the Ford 100th Anniversary Celebration.

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MTV’s TRL Spankin New Music Week, 2002

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Beyoncé and Jay Z made a visit to MTV's studios in New York City, both wearing denim, to perform “’03 Bonnie and Clyde.”

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Saturday Night Live, 2002

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Performing onstage together since 2002, Beyoncé and Jay Z shared the stage as SNL's special musical guests to perform “’03 Bonnie amp Clyde” from his seventh studio album, The Blueprint 2: The Gift and the Curse.

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