Beyonce's Most Iconic Performances

Queen Bey's headlining performances at the 2018 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival were not only iconic, they were historic. Beyoncé paid homage to the homecoming experience at historically black colleges and universities in her epic gig, taking the stage in a sorority-inspired cheerleader outfit while backed by a full marching band and talented dancers. "Coachella, thanks for allowing me to be the first black woman to headline," she told the crowd. "Ain't that 'bout a b**ch?" Fans in attendance at the 2019 fest even got to see the pyramid stage that Bey performed on up close, as they were on display inside the festival grounds.

Hot mama! Just a few weeks after announcing via social media that she was pregnant with twins, Beyoncé hit the stage at the 59th Annual GRAMMY Awards at Los Angeles' Staples Center on Feb. 12, 2017, putting her burgeoning belly on full display in a sheer and bedazzled gold number fit for a queen. The performance was fittingly an ode to motherhood, and featured her and Jay Z's 5-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy, in a pre-taped video segment, as well as a special introduction by her own mom, Tina Knowles.

Although Coldplay headlined the halftime show at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clarita, California, on Feb. 7, 2016, Beyoncé stole the show (and made headlines!) when she came out to perform "Formation" with an all-female, all African-American dance troupe who were dressed in afros and black berets, inspired by the Black Panther Party. The girls continued to shut it down while dancing with Bruno Mars and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin.

Ed Sheeran joined the diva onstage for a dreamy acoustic duet of "Drunk in Love" during her set at the New York City music festival on Sept. 27, 2015. We still can't get over this version of the song -- or Beyoncé's sparkly tights!

Proving once again that they're #RelationshipGoals, Bey and her husband, Jay Z, took the stage together to perform a sizzling hot rendition of "Drunk in Love" at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Jan. 26, 2014. Beyoncé rocked damp beach waves, a risqué sheer leotard and black heels, while her rapper beau kept it cool in a button-down shirt, baggy pants and his signature New York Yankees hat.

Get 'em, B! From her sexy dance moves to her fierce facial expressions, the brunette beauty absolutely slayed her halftime show performance at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, on Feb. 2, 2013. The crowd went even crazier when she surprised fans by bringing out Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams for a Destiny's Child reunion. We don't think anyone was ready for that jelly!

In one of her cutest stage moments ever, Beyoncé, chic in a sequined purple blazer and wide-legged black pants, adorably revealed that she was expecting her first child by debuting her baby bump immediately after singing "Love on Top" at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Aug. 28, 2011.

"This is history for me," Queen B exclaimed during her 90-minute set at the British music festival on June 26, 2011. While every song was remarkable, "Halo" was a sure standout. She sported a sparkly gold top over a black leotard to perform the now-classic hit off her third studio album, I Am… Sasha Fierce.

Energetic. Fun. Epic! Queen B's performance of "Run the World (Girls)" at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, on May 22, 2011, featured crazy visuals, athletic dance moves and, of course, stunning costumes.

The pop star opted for sleek, straight hair, an edgy strapless dress and sparkly booties while singing "If I Were a Boy" at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Jan. 31, 2010. While all eyes were undoubtedly on her fit figure, her flawless vocals had everyone talking -- especially when she went into a cover of Alanis Morissette's "You Oughta Know" midway through her performance!

Rocking a glitzy gold-and-silver mini dress with chunky bedazzled heels, Bey was literally a glowing goddess while belting out "Irreplaceable" as the awards show's opener at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on Nov. 21, 2006.

Slay, all day! Beyoncé owned the stage at Radio City Music Hall in New York City on Aug. 28, 2003, while performing a "Baby Boy"/ "Crazy in Love" medley featuring a cameo by her husband, Jay Z. Bey looked glam and gorgeous, donning a gold cropped top and pants combo (which she later removed to reveal sexy booty shorts!) with gold heels.

Wearing a white blazer, pencil skirt and rocking a perfectly styled ponytail, the brunette beauty delivered a flawless rendition of the U.S. national anthem in her hometown of Houston, Texas, for the NFL championship game between the Carolina Panthers and New England Patriots at NRG Stadium on Feb. 1, 2004.

The 46th Annual Grammy Awards featured one of the most memorable performances of all time -- a Prince and Beyoncé collaboration! The two performed his hits "Purple Rain," "Baby, I'm a Star" and "Let's Go Crazy," and Beyoncé's "Crazy in Love" at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Feb. 8, 2004. Naturally, they looked regal while doing it.