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10 instances of brilliant songwriting by Beyoncé 
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Jumpin’ Jumpin’ (1999) written by Beyoncé and Chad Elliott, with additional lyrics from Rufus Moore.
Jumpin’ Jumpin’ was Beyoncé’s first attempt at writing and producing. It’s about taking a break from your relationship to party with your girls
Jumpin’ Jumpin’ was Beyoncé’s first attempt at writing and producing. It’s about taking a break from your relationship to party with your girls
Dangerously in Love (2001) was written by Beyoncé and producer Errol McCala. It tells the story of Beyoncé being so passionate in her relationship that it becomes ‘dangerous’
My favorite part is how she uses photosynthesis as a metaphor for her personal growth in this relation
My favorite part is how she uses photosynthesis as a metaphor for her personal growth in this relation
Sexy Lil’ Thug (2003) Cover of 50 cents’ “In The Club” with new lyrics written by Beyoncé.
This is a weird choice, but I love how instead of simply covering the song she changed the lyrics to make it fit her perspective.
This is a weird choice, but I love how instead of simply covering the song she changed the lyrics to make it fit her perspective.
Ring The Alarm (2006) written by Beyoncé and co-written by Sean Garret and Swizz Beatz.
The song tells the struggle of Beyoncé wanting to leave her partner but hating the idea of seeing him with another woman. I love the angry performance, almost as if she’s arguing with herself
The song tells the struggle of Beyoncé wanting to leave her partner but hating the idea of seeing him with another woman. I love the angry performance, almost as if she’s arguing with herself
Broken Hearted Girl (2008) written by Beyoncé, Tor Hermansen and Mikkel Eriksen
This songs narrates the feeling of breaking up with your partner but hating that you can’t erase them from your memory- A feeling that Beyoncé later developed in her 2016 song Sandcastles
This songs narrates the feeling of breaking up with your partner but hating that you can’t erase them from your memory- A feeling that Beyoncé later developed in her 2016 song Sandcastles
Halo (2008) [Bridge] written by Beyoncé.
According to Ryan Tedder, writer of the song, Beyoncé rejected the bridge that he wrote for her and created the one that we know.
This verse describes the love interest as a guardian angel that watches over the speaker
![Halo (2008) [Bridge] written by Beyoncé.According to Ryan Tedder, writer of the song, Beyoncé rejected the bridge that he wrote for her and created the one that we know. This verse describes the love interest as a guardian angel that watches over the speaker](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EjgEFNJWoAII_gQ.jpg "Halo (2008) [Bridge] written by Beyoncé.According to Ryan Tedder, writer of the song, Beyoncé rejected the bridge that he wrote for her and created the one that we know. This verse describes the love interest as a guardian angel that watches over the speaker")
![Halo (2008) [Bridge] written by Beyoncé.According to Ryan Tedder, writer of the song, Beyoncé rejected the bridge that he wrote for her and created the one that we know. This verse describes the love interest as a guardian angel that watches over the speaker](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EjgEFNMWAAAsQjX.jpg "Halo (2008) [Bridge] written by Beyoncé.According to Ryan Tedder, writer of the song, Beyoncé rejected the bridge that he wrote for her and created the one that we know. This verse describes the love interest as a guardian angel that watches over the speaker")
According to Ryan Tedder, writer of the song, Beyoncé rejected the bridge that he wrote for her and created the one that we know.
This verse describes the love interest as a guardian angel that watches over the speaker
Heartbeat (2011) written solely by Beyoncé.
After opening up about her miscarriage in her documentary “Life is but a dream” Beyoncé sang the lyrics that she wrote for her unborn child.
The song is heartbreaking and perfectly captures her pain
After opening up about her miscarriage in her documentary “Life is but a dream” Beyoncé sang the lyrics that she wrote for her unborn child.
The song is heartbreaking and perfectly captures her pain
Ghosh (2013) written by Beyoncé and BOOTS.
It narrates Beyoncé’s criticism of the corruption inside the music industry. It is hands down her most complex writing to this day
It narrates Beyoncé’s criticism of the corruption inside the music industry. It is hands down her most complex writing to this day
Daddy Lessons (2016) [Verse 3] written by Beyoncé.
According to Diana Gordon, co-writer of Daddy Lessons, Beyoncé wrote the third verse by herself.
This is my favorite part of the song because it connects her father’s abusive behavior to her broken marriage
![Daddy Lessons (2016) [Verse 3] written by Beyoncé.According to Diana Gordon, co-writer of Daddy Lessons, Beyoncé wrote the third verse by herself.This is my favorite part of the song because it connects her father’s abusive behavior to her broken marriage](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EjgEG1tXgAAM1R8.jpg "Daddy Lessons (2016) [Verse 3] written by Beyoncé.According to Diana Gordon, co-writer of Daddy Lessons, Beyoncé wrote the third verse by herself.This is my favorite part of the song because it connects her father’s abusive behavior to her broken marriage")
![Daddy Lessons (2016) [Verse 3] written by Beyoncé.According to Diana Gordon, co-writer of Daddy Lessons, Beyoncé wrote the third verse by herself.This is my favorite part of the song because it connects her father’s abusive behavior to her broken marriage](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EjgEG18WAAAd0Wr.jpg "Daddy Lessons (2016) [Verse 3] written by Beyoncé.According to Diana Gordon, co-writer of Daddy Lessons, Beyoncé wrote the third verse by herself.This is my favorite part of the song because it connects her father’s abusive behavior to her broken marriage")
According to Diana Gordon, co-writer of Daddy Lessons, Beyoncé wrote the third verse by herself.
This is my favorite part of the song because it connects her father’s abusive behavior to her broken marriage
Sorry Demo (2019) written by Beyoncé, Diana Gordon and Daniel Jones.
Sorry Demo is a downtempo ballad about infidelity that later became the fun bop “Sorry”. The “Becky with the good hair” line is one of the most iconic lyrics she’s ever created
Sorry Demo is a downtempo ballad about infidelity that later became the fun bop “Sorry”. The “Becky with the good hair” line is one of the most iconic lyrics she’s ever created
Mood 4 Eva (2019) [Verse 3] Written by Beyoncé.
Beyoncé freestyled this verse by rapidly singing the classic Hanuka Matata and came up with the melody for the song. The rap showcases some of her smartest word play (Unbothered/Daughters/Chuckle/Struggle)
Beyoncé freestyled this verse by rapidly singing the classic Hanuka Matata and came up with the melody for the song. The rap showcases some of her smartest word play (Unbothered/Daughters/Chuckle/Struggle)
/ end of thread. Stan Beyoncé
Bonus tweet 
Sandcastles (2016) [Verse 3] Written by Beyoncé.
Again, one of Beyoncé’s collaborators confirmed that she wrote one of the verses.
The ending of Sandcastles adds a lot of emotional depth to the song and confirms that Beyoncé and her partner reconciled
![Bonus tweet Sandcastles (2016) [Verse 3] Written by Beyoncé.Again, one of Beyoncé’s collaborators confirmed that she wrote one of the verses. The ending of Sandcastles adds a lot of emotional depth to the song and confirms that Beyoncé and her partner reconciled](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EjhjJJbXsAAHCZL.jpg "Bonus tweet Sandcastles (2016) [Verse 3] Written by Beyoncé.Again, one of Beyoncé’s collaborators confirmed that she wrote one of the verses. The ending of Sandcastles adds a lot of emotional depth to the song and confirms that Beyoncé and her partner reconciled")
![Bonus tweet Sandcastles (2016) [Verse 3] Written by Beyoncé.Again, one of Beyoncé’s collaborators confirmed that she wrote one of the verses. The ending of Sandcastles adds a lot of emotional depth to the song and confirms that Beyoncé and her partner reconciled](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EjhjJJbXYAEQGQv.jpg "Bonus tweet Sandcastles (2016) [Verse 3] Written by Beyoncé.Again, one of Beyoncé’s collaborators confirmed that she wrote one of the verses. The ending of Sandcastles adds a lot of emotional depth to the song and confirms that Beyoncé and her partner reconciled")
Sandcastles (2016) [Verse 3] Written by Beyoncé.
Again, one of Beyoncé’s collaborators confirmed that she wrote one of the verses.
The ending of Sandcastles adds a lot of emotional depth to the song and confirms that Beyoncé and her partner reconciled
Another bonus tweet bc I got time today
Crazy in Love (2003) [Bridge] Written by Beyoncé.
One of the most iconic bridges in her discography, this verse became ridiculously popular and featured her famous run
![Another bonus tweet bc I got time todayCrazy in Love (2003) [Bridge] Written by Beyoncé.One of the most iconic bridges in her discography, this verse became ridiculously popular and featured her famous run](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EjhkSmPWoAE2Rzp.jpg "Another bonus tweet bc I got time todayCrazy in Love (2003) [Bridge] Written by Beyoncé.One of the most iconic bridges in her discography, this verse became ridiculously popular and featured her famous run")
![Another bonus tweet bc I got time todayCrazy in Love (2003) [Bridge] Written by Beyoncé.One of the most iconic bridges in her discography, this verse became ridiculously popular and featured her famous run](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EjhkSmPX0AEL9Fb.jpg "Another bonus tweet bc I got time todayCrazy in Love (2003) [Bridge] Written by Beyoncé.One of the most iconic bridges in her discography, this verse became ridiculously popular and featured her famous run")
Crazy in Love (2003) [Bridge] Written by Beyoncé.
One of the most iconic bridges in her discography, this verse became ridiculously popular and featured her famous run
