Beyonce: The Stories Behind the Songs: Every single track, explored and explained

Discover the full story behind every single song Beyonce has ever released.

From Destiny's Child to Cowboy Carter, this is the definitive guide to one of music's greatest ever talents, covering hundreds of songs , hidden gems, soundtracks, cover versions and more.

See gorgeous, full-page photos of Beyonce on tour and performing:

- Renaissance
- Cowboy Carter
- Homecoming
- B'Day
- I Am... Sasha Fierce

Award-winning music writer Annie Zaleski (Rolling Stone, Billboard, the Guardian) explores and explains the fascinating details of every song, from early group hit 'Say My Name' to solo work such as 'Crazy In Love' and 'Run The World (Girls)' - and including the all-conquering Cowboy Carter.

A journey through pop, hip-hop, R&B, gospel and even country, this is Beyonce's story told through her incredible music.

Hardback | 240 pages | Published September 2025