During a recent stop on her highly anticipated Cowboy Carter World Tour in Houston, Beyoncé experienced a surprising technical malfunction that left her suspended in mid-air. While performing her song “16 Carriages,” the elaborate “flying car” stage prop designed for the segment tilted dangerously, leaving the superstar momentarily stuck above the stage.
Beyoncé skipped 16 CARRIAGES she went straight to AMEN.
— NotBeyoncebutViolence (@ourhermitage) June 30, 2025
No flying cars tonight pic.twitter.com/0AYAjEFd5l
The unexpected incident quickly spread, becoming a major talking point among concertgoers and fans online. In what appears to be a direct consequence of the malfunction, “16 Carriages” was notably absent from the setlist during the very next night’s performance on the Cowboy Carter Tour.
Following the mid-air scare, it was reported that the show’s structure was altered, with “16 Carriages” being entirely removed from the ending sequence. The tour now reportedly concludes solely with the track “AMEN,” signifying a swift adjustment to the production. This change suggests a prioritization of safety and a recalibration of the show’s grand finale after the unforeseen technical issue.