Beyoncé ignited excitement during her 2023 Cowboy Carter tour, asking fans, “Who they came to see?” While many came to watch the superstar, her 13-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, has captured significant attention, showcasing remarkable growth as a performer. Blue Ivy, who is starting to carve out her own identity in the entertainment world, has impressed audiences with her stage presence and dance skills.
Isabella Kerr, a 15-year-old fan, expressed her admiration for Beyoncé but stated that her primary motivation to attend the Cowboy Carter tour was to witness Blue Ivy's performance. “People are saying, ‘Oh, she’s a mini Beyoncé,’ but no, I think she’s the first Blue. Everything about her when she’s on stage is electrifying,” Kerr mentioned, highlighting the unique essence Blue Ivy brings to her performances.
The Cowboy Carter tour, which features 30 stops, will conclude in Las Vegas on Saturday, with fans buzzing about Blue Ivy’s journey toward becoming a powerhouse in her own right. Blue Ivy first stepped onto the stage at the age of 11 during her mother's Renaissance tour, where she captivated the audience with powerful performances of “My Power” and “Black Parade.” Her involvement has only grown, as she participated in the “Beyoncé Bowl," the NFL Christmas Day Halftime Show, where she danced to songs from the Cowboy Carter album.
Fans have noted an apparent rise in Blue Ivy's confidence between the Renaissance tour and the current tour. “You can tell she has a different vibe about her,” remarked Olivia Ellis, a fan and artist. Blue Ivy’s performances are so captivating that she almost resembles a professional dancer, appearing in nearly every song alongside her mother. Her solo performance of her mother's choreography from the 2006 “Déjà-vu” music video showcases the similarities between both artists.
Blue Ivy’s professionalism has also gained recognition during the Cowboy Carter tour. Videos have emerged of her displaying serious stage skills, such as preparing her performance area during a rainy show in New Jersey. She also showcased her composure during a Chicago performance when her earring became entangled in Beyoncé's hair; she calmly removed it and signaled to her mother that everything was okay before continuing the performance seamlessly.
Kinitra D. Brooks, a speaking academic, noted that Blue Ivy is fortunate to be learning from one of the best in the industry. In the documentary “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé,” fans received a glimpse into Beyoncé’s initial hesitation about allowing her daughter to perform. The superstar shared her nervousness about exposing Blue to such a large audience, admitting that she originally declined Blue’s request to perform on a stadium stage. Ultimately, they reached a deal that allowed Blue Ivy to showcase her commitment with a single performance.
As a result of her growing popularity, Blue Ivy now has her own fanbase called the “Ivy League.” At a recent Paris show on the Cowboy Carter tour, fans finally obtained Blue Ivy merchandise, with shirts featuring her face and the phrase “Déjà Blue.” Prior to this, supporters had even begun creating custom pieces to highlight the bond between Blue Ivy and Beyoncé.
Mother-daughter pairs have enthusiastically filled stadium seats to witness this dynamic duo's strong bond. Many mothers, who have followed Beyoncé’s career for years, are excited for their daughters to grow up alongside Blue Ivy. Tanazha Baylis and her daughter, Aria Brown, attended the Renaissance tour, where Aria began joining in on Blue Ivy's choreography.
Determined to attend the Cowboy Carter Tour, Brown took the initiative to sell toys to save money for the tickets. Baylis reflected on the significance of this experience, sharing her joy of sharing these moments with her daughter, as it allows them to bond over Beyoncé’s legacy while witnessing the emergence of Blue Ivy as a youthful icon.
While the future remains uncertain for Blue Ivy, the consensus is that she holds limitless potential. “We couldn’t imagine that Beyoncé would do all of these things that she could do,” Brooks remarked, emphasizing the importance of not placing limitations on Blue Ivy’s future in the industry.
