Beyoncé, a figure renowned for her selective participation in interviews, graced the October issue of GQ as the cover subject. In the feature titled, “The Business of Being Beyoncé Knowles-Carter,” she discusses expanding her empire—comprising music, clothing, and haircare—by introducing a whiskey named after her great-grandfather, SirDavis.
In the interview, Beyoncé reflects on the accomplishments and sacrifices of her career, highlighting the intense pressures she faced to meet demanding deadlines without sufficient attention to her mental health or personal boundaries. Her perspective has since shifted, allowing her to prioritize these aspects more.
She shares an anecdote about her daughter, Blue Ivy, expressing a desire to perform during the Renaissance tour. Despite initial reservations, Beyoncé allowed Blue to join her on stage, recognizing her natural talent and dedication to the craft.
Beyoncé praises current female artists like Raye, Victoria Monét, and Chloe x Halle, while also appreciating legends like Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye. She explains her decision to forgo visual accompaniments for her albums “Cowboy Carter” and “Renaissance,” opting instead to let the music speak for itself and allow the fans to become the visuals during her tour performances.
Closing the interview, Beyoncé asserts that she has stepped away from the traditional pop star formula, focusing instead on enduring qualities and messages that resonate with experience and maturity. She emphasizes that good music and strong messages are timeless, steering clear of fleeting popular trends.
