Beyoncé Commencement Speech | Dear Class Of 2020

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  • Dear Class of 2020 is a virtual commencement celebration bringing together inspirational leaders and artists to celebrate graduates, their families, and their communities.
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  • @jonno.alexander
    @jonno.alexander 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5519

    I'm not even graduating and I still tuned in for the speech. I just needed some Beyoncé to smack some sense into me.

  • @josephinecuabo4904
    @josephinecuabo4904 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2679

    "Don't ever feel entitled to win. Just work harder. "

    • @sharamusica
      @sharamusica 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Hilary, take notes lol

    • @innomaiden5009
      @innomaiden5009 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @MrBambinoc a virgo would never think of that.

    • @auraxillia
      @auraxillia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @MrBambinoc now how the heck can somebody sell their soul-
      💀 ✋

    • @purplehaze2250
      @purplehaze2250 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@auraxillia ikr 😂 rent is due how much is one going for

    • @jayg5391
      @jayg5391 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The irony.

  • @xtremeace1821
    @xtremeace1821 ปีที่แล้ว +168

    “You are the answer to a generation of prayers”. That is the most empowering sentence I’ve heard a human say. Ever.

  • @Jay-Robinson
    @Jay-Robinson ปีที่แล้ว +129

    "Don't talk about what you're gonna do. Don't just dream about what you're gonna do. Don't criticize somebody else for what they're not doing. You, be it. Be about it. Be about that action and go do it." 💯💯

  • @user-tq6dj4bp2l
    @user-tq6dj4bp2l 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1255

    The way she speaks is so effortlessly elegant I could listen to her speak for hours

    • @lucialu833
      @lucialu833 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      She sound like she reads.

    • @Bxyxox
      @Bxyxox 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      AdoringFan what does this even mean

    • @dejah6328
      @dejah6328 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@lucialu833 cause she is lol..
      She was an actress

    • @journey6498
      @journey6498 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      It's them southern roots hun 🎀

    • @Hannah-pj5og
      @Hannah-pj5og 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      AdoringFan here we go with this bs. People clash with others. People always hold Beyoncé to this impossible standard. She’s a human being. Ran to this video to chat shit about something completely unrelated to the topic WITHOUT receipts. Pack it up

  • @ackeirasalmon2278
    @ackeirasalmon2278 4 ปีที่แล้ว +593

    "Never compare yourself with anyone else"

  • @kieraharris4933
    @kieraharris4933 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +34

    Bro this is so nice. I’ve only seen the edited one where it’s like ‘you are dumb unworthy untalented’ and then she smiles menacingly😭

  • @hesmlurh2467
    @hesmlurh2467 2 ปีที่แล้ว +229

    "Build your own stage, make them see you!!"
    Yesss queen!!!!

  • @jaquehilliard9192
    @jaquehilliard9192 4 ปีที่แล้ว +710

    “You are the answer to a generation of prayers” FELT THAT🧡

    • @user-gc5po8xe4r
      @user-gc5po8xe4r 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Jaque Hilliard th-cam.com/video/F8pJ0QgGu9w/w-d-xo.html

    • @lucianaemile8673
      @lucianaemile8673 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      She’s motivated me more than everyone else. I love her so much

    • @itsjustani324
      @itsjustani324 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      on god!

    • @justkim4751
      @justkim4751 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      🤯🤔

    • @panicreckless1003
      @panicreckless1003 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You, WHO?

  • @boobear9245
    @boobear9245 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2994

    "you don't have to speak a certain way to be brilliant". In a short sentence she has closed the mouth of all those who made fun of her way of speaking and her accent.

    • @bellareana3226
      @bellareana3226 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I always hated the way she speaks . This was waaaaayyyyyyyy better

    • @Royithox
      @Royithox 4 ปีที่แล้ว +85

      as a stutterer i kinda relate to that quote a lot lol

    • @user-ou4ct9nm5y
      @user-ou4ct9nm5y 4 ปีที่แล้ว +112

      I love watching her older interviews. Makes me mad that people in the US made fun of her accent, it was so beautiful

    • @Daya1828
      @Daya1828 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      And made fun of herself at the same time 😩😂💯 love a woman who can feel comfortable enuf to make fun of herself.

    • @rockmanbret9028
      @rockmanbret9028 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      No joke. I never keep up with her. what accent? And people made fun of her?

  • @noooonameeeehehehe
    @noooonameeeehehehe 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +228

    "you are dumb, unattractive, overweight...."
    keeps playing in my head lmao

    • @its_raiden_
      @its_raiden_ 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      sameee

    • @chelseavuchinich4859
      @chelseavuchinich4859 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      You are smart, you are beautiful you are healthy & the perfect weight.

    • @ENGO1008
      @ENGO1008 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Lol 🤣

    • @user-gd7yx2kb7r
      @user-gd7yx2kb7r หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hey hey hey! Get out the comments if you want to fight. Go somewhere else.

    • @alonzorodriguez8878
      @alonzorodriguez8878 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @sweateryoshi4026
    @sweateryoshi4026 3 ปีที่แล้ว +628

    I started crying at "your queerness is beautiful"
    Beyoncés speech was among one of the most memorable from the classroom thing for me. Just so much kindness and understanding. She's amazing.

    • @zshn28
      @zshn28 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah yeah shut up.

    • @sweateryoshi4026
      @sweateryoshi4026 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@zshn28 no, homophobe 💜🏳️‍🌈

    • @neomathabatha
      @neomathabatha 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Queer means deviation, she was speaking about otherness. Marginal groups such as women, womxn, black people, LGBTQI+. It's inclusive of those that are not included in society.

  • @ledrikagales4789
    @ledrikagales4789 4 ปีที่แล้ว +361

    I literally told everyone in my household to be quiet and I stopped everything I was doing to watch this

    • @brianab.537
      @brianab.537 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Me too!! 😭😭

    • @IraRochaa
      @IraRochaa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Me too😂😂😂

    • @sofiavelardez2441
      @sofiavelardez2441 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      same

    • @finemarkland8043
      @finemarkland8043 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Like I ligit had my mouth wide open and for the fact that she hardly give us anything I'm here wondering when will she be back again

    • @BILL-uh3tr
      @BILL-uh3tr 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Loool

  • @laurynh.603
    @laurynh.603 4 ปีที่แล้ว +636

    “Don’t talk about what you’re gonna do, don’t just dream about what you wanna do, be about it. BE about it.” she just whooped my ass

    • @wonhoscake1214
      @wonhoscake1214 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Lauryn H. I felt attacked

    • @christophergarner180
      @christophergarner180 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      WONHO IS FKN BACK But still go to jail Han seo hee and I loved it - needed it!

    • @anngardener6151
      @anngardener6151 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lauryn H. No fr tho my whole wig was fell

    • @latonyataylor5919
      @latonyataylor5919 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      She tore my @$$ RAGGEDY ,too!

    • @kenwid
      @kenwid 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      BEY about it

  • @Jerrilynrene
    @Jerrilynrene 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +153

    Her humility is inspiring! "Yes. I've won 24 Grammys, but I've also lost 46 times." That's tough! People like to clap for the wins, but we often forget that as many times as one may win, they may lose just as many. What an inspiration!

    • @fgjsdfgjkl
      @fgjsdfgjkl 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      humility 🤣 i love bey but that's just her way of letting us know she was nominated 70 times 🤭

  • @linn3008
    @linn3008 3 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    When she said "I see you! you are everything the world needs. Make those power moves!"
    I REALLY FELT THAT!

  • @KhanyaGundwana
    @KhanyaGundwana 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2293

    “I remain a work in progress.” Said by an entire Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter.

    • @marlenen2855
      @marlenen2855 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Her second Name is Gisele??!! What😂😂?? Didn't know that

    • @theboyy21
      @theboyy21 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      She need to sit down and be humble for once...

    • @melenemetinameibrown5452
      @melenemetinameibrown5452 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Being a pertual student and taking in everything is brilliance 💜

    • @amgm1996
      @amgm1996 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      @@theboyy21 shes sitted down in the video :P

    • @blessedandfavored9242
      @blessedandfavored9242 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Y’all idolize too much

  • @lourdechilds7482
    @lourdechilds7482 4 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    when she said "Build your Own Stage", i felt that in my bones.

  • @danielwong8122
    @danielwong8122 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    Every time I feel distracted, unmotivated or unworthy, I come to this this speech. Thank you Mrs Carter for keeping me on my path.

  • @melistekin54
    @melistekin54 3 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    When I feel low, unworthy, unsuccessful I'm coming here and listen to her every single word carefully. This video is a true therapy. Thank you, B 💜

    • @christinesarima4233
      @christinesarima4233 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've been doing this since 2020. It's empowering!

  • @joymechell277
    @joymechell277 4 ปีที่แล้ว +622

    “If you’ve ever been called dumb , overweight , unattractive , unworthy , of untalented well so have I “ - Beyoncé
    I don’t know why but I needed to hear that

    • @blessingashanti7039
      @blessingashanti7039 4 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      Who would call Beyoncé unattractive or untalented lmfao haters are doing the most

    • @mahathikuppa
      @mahathikuppa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@blessingashanti7039 they tried sis🤷🤷😂😂😂

    • @kkmichelle314
      @kkmichelle314 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Beautiful as she is she's not lying. Wendy Williams said to be quite speaking is not sumthin you're good at. I was like Wtf?? Wow! Sis, many of Us have those days of feeling everything u just typed, from 1 Black Queen to Another! You're Beautiful, Sexy, Smart!❤God Bless!!!

    • @Bunny-mw2lo
      @Bunny-mw2lo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      She is so strong and her words powerful.

    • @tigressblu8858
      @tigressblu8858 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have been called all but the only difference between me and Beyoncé is that for me it’s true😂 Beyoncé is the best tho, not gonna lie. I’m literally good at nothing.🙃

  • @MY-cv2xr
    @MY-cv2xr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +178

    If you’re reading this, I hope that you all here find your will in life, that’s the most important thing, EVER.

    • @alessiapizzimenti5568
      @alessiapizzimenti5568 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thanks, I hope the same for you 🤍 and the entire world 🤍

    • @MY-cv2xr
      @MY-cv2xr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Alessia Pizzimenti thank you so much bless your soul 🙏🏽☺️😊

    • @ravioli8959
      @ravioli8959 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ❤️❤️❤️

    • @MzChasten
      @MzChasten 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      🥰🙌🏾

    • @aathompson19
      @aathompson19 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you love, her message resonates across generations, we the collective, are all a part of the Class of 2020, poised at the starting line of this NEW AGE! Ms. Bey is here making sure that we collectively STAY WOKE!🙏🏽❣

  • @tommiedam4167
    @tommiedam4167 3 ปีที่แล้ว +212

    Sometimes I come back to this speech just to find motivation and peace

    • @nemoray2023
      @nemoray2023 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      You and I both

    • @Toni-rp1hd
      @Toni-rp1hd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same

    • @bassssaasuuuup
      @bassssaasuuuup ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same

    • @tracy_1914
      @tracy_1914 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Same here and I am here today... I am feeling down a little.

  • @aprilsunshine7565
    @aprilsunshine7565 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I believe she truly sincere means this..I'm 45 and I have goals I'm still working on..thanks Beyonce! Stay bless!

  • @diogoBZHA
    @diogoBZHA 4 ปีที่แล้ว +406

    “To all those who feel different, if you’re part of a group that’s called other, a group that does not get the chance to be center stage, build your own stage, and make them see you. Your queerness is beautiful.” Beyoncé is necessary

    • @ronylgernalin9464
      @ronylgernalin9464 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      This is the most inspiring words I have ever heard from her and this legit made me cry even if I'm not a graduate of 2020 but these words definitely transcend to those people of minority. This made me love her even harder 😭😭😭

    • @gissellehehe4289
      @gissellehehe4289 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      When I read this Beyoncé just said it lmbo 🤣

  • @peytonmorris7056
    @peytonmorris7056 4 ปีที่แล้ว +657

    “Our female graduates are our future leaders” - Beyoncé

    • @eljefe797
      @eljefe797 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If US have a female president I'm moving to another country.

    • @cherry0194
      @cherry0194 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@eljefe797 What why??

    • @IraRochaa
      @IraRochaa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@eljefe797 I bet you love so much have Trump as president🥴

    • @kakarot5792
      @kakarot5792 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@eljefe797 yo bro male female black white it doesn't matter everyone is human.

    • @tchmsery6055
      @tchmsery6055 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Z06guy03 women>>>men periodt

  • @TheLovaticQueen
    @TheLovaticQueen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    Whenever I feel hopeless or need a motivator, I always seem to come back to this video because 1. She's my rolemodel, 2. She's speaking from the heart and 3. It honestly smacks me back to being productive!

  • @jermainejr11
    @jermainejr11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +237

    My Queerness is Beautiful. My Blackness is beautiful.
    Lean into my vulnerability; let that vulnerability make you great; spread my masterful gift around the planet authentically. . . . . .Brilliance.
    I will never stop being me. Respect is EVERYTHING.
    To be validated by Queen Beyoncé........ #gratefulbeyond

  • @danielemega1410
    @danielemega1410 4 ปีที่แล้ว +190

    There is just something about Beyoncé's beauty that just shows class and elegance

    • @IraRochaa
      @IraRochaa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Yes, she's so classy😩❤

    • @iamwhoiam2163
      @iamwhoiam2163 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      She's so royal

  • @ellaskills
    @ellaskills 4 ปีที่แล้ว +520

    "Don't ever feel entitled to win.. "

    • @ladiefoxxy
      @ladiefoxxy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      That one was for Kanye hahaha

    • @siyasanga_makie
      @siyasanga_makie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@ladiefoxxy and Lana Del Rey 😂

    • @selamtesfaye9631
      @selamtesfaye9631 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      thats one of the best advises i ever got. i heard it first from her when she was talking about a loss at a singing competition

  • @jakyla
    @jakyla 3 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    when she said “i see you” >> i haven’t graduated yet but chile i been struggling in school.

    • @elbuki4547
      @elbuki4547 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You go girl, I believe in yourself

  • @tyannaaaaaaa
    @tyannaaaaaaa 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Purrr she made a speech for usss😭❤️‍🔥I still come back to this

    • @Chrys_thatsit
      @Chrys_thatsit 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It’s crazy because I’ve never seen this before even though I’m the class of 2020 loll.

  • @nunyabusiness4440
    @nunyabusiness4440 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    ''There is no successful relationship without respect'' I love that quote

    • @samarry1343
      @samarry1343 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      But she is still with jay z.. no matter how many times he cheat

  • @Kayode19
    @Kayode19 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1128

    "A group that does not get to be center stage... BUILD YOUR OWN STAGE & MAKE THEM SEE YOU!" Powerful message! Don't wait for opportunities to be handed to you because they might not ever! Don't wait for approval! Know your worth, and create your own platform of excellence! Thank you so much and Much Love Beyonce! I am proud to be apart of the Class of 2020! Cheers to us! I will remember this🎓

    • @courtneylittles456
      @courtneylittles456 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank u for your beautiful speech 👩🏾‍🎓👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

    • @Kayode19
      @Kayode19 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Nathan Sfendji thank you very much! You will get there!! Keep striving for greatness! You got this 🙏 Cheers!

    • @Kayode19
      @Kayode19 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@courtneylittles456 🙏❤😊🎓!!!

    • @IraRochaa
      @IraRochaa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you❤❤

    • @lucymmbone8636
      @lucymmbone8636 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kayode Gloster 😍

  • @ByDaniSimone
    @ByDaniSimone 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +42

    Nah I needed this. I graduated in 2003 but we never stop graduating in life if we are growing do we? I saw her in NJ and I gotta say something has stirred in me. I love this and I appreciate her.

  • @Manuel-rg1lm
    @Manuel-rg1lm ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I wish this was longer. Thank you Beyoncé.

  • @byronscott8776
    @byronscott8776 4 ปีที่แล้ว +330

    “Build your own stage and make them see you!” -Mrs. Knowles-Carter
    I need a book 😩

    • @nunocruz2360
      @nunocruz2360 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That was Sasha Fierce

  • @IreneSidede
    @IreneSidede 4 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    "I had to create my own table then invite the best to have a seat" 👏👏👏

  • @msdiandrajohnson
    @msdiandrajohnson ปีที่แล้ว +29

    The words said was powerful, no doubt. But the shakiness in her voice while delivering these words was way more powerful to me! That shakiness made a picture for the words she is saying. Inspite of her nerves she persevered fervently, with eloquence. More over, the fact that Beyoncé STILL gets nervous, shows me she does not take anything for granted even with the greatest of successes and taught me I shouldn’t either. This was a powerful word but a more powerful delivery.

  • @sinalojaca8927
    @sinalojaca8927 3 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    11 months later i had to come back and to simply be reminded that I am brilliant and powerful i am. chyle i am about it, and we're investing in ourselves. BEYONCÉ I SEE YOU BOO❤❤❤❤

    • @amirasangel2021
      @amirasangel2021 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Right ! One of the best videos I have watched in a while 😄

  • @oluissoliveira
    @oluissoliveira 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1355

    the way she said "do it" feels like she knows I've been on bed the whole quarantine lol

  • @lynnette1934
    @lynnette1934 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    the way i didn't even realise this was almost 10 minutes long... she's so powerful

  • @MrSzarokra
    @MrSzarokra 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I'm the first in my family to get a college degree, I'm a minority and a woman. Due to the pandemic , I won't have a graduation ceremony but this speech was better and spoke to me more directly than any other could on an official event. I listened to Beyonce's songs when I felt overwhelmed on those long nights when had to study for exams after work. Thank you

  • @iammellisa_
    @iammellisa_ ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It's 2023 and I still listen to this .Thank u bey❤🥺

  • @jerrybee566
    @jerrybee566 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    The best speech ever. Imagine not stanning. IMAGINE! 👑🐝

  • @j1918
    @j1918 4 ปีที่แล้ว +360

    I bet her children feel motivated af whenever she lectures them✊🏽.

    • @ii-qp6ge
      @ii-qp6ge 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      BUT I`M NOT SURE IT`S HER OWN SPCEACH

    • @sunshinedark4827
      @sunshinedark4827 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Her's or not she's the queen B and it one of the best speach I even heard god bless her

    • @adonnarowe1811
      @adonnarowe1811 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hell yea

    • @aavantibeauty
      @aavantibeauty 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      All they have to do is look at her many awards and see what is possible.

    • @henryclark4588
      @henryclark4588 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ya the demonds she serves

  • @sariemofokeng6136
    @sariemofokeng6136 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    She literally adressed each and every type of person. From the lazy ones, underrated, hating literally everyone gets something from this

  • @aleksevgeniev81
    @aleksevgeniev81 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Her voice omg. It’s so soothing🥺

  • @KhanyaGundwana
    @KhanyaGundwana 4 ปีที่แล้ว +409

    “Spread your gift across the planet in a way that is authentically YOU.” ❤️

  • @IraRochaa
    @IraRochaa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +99

    "But my parents did teach me the value of education"
    No lies detected ❤

    • @eye-leenlove
      @eye-leenlove 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      And the value of $$$$$. Let’s be real. And the value of obeying Jay-Z.

    • @ivanjusticiaperez9079
      @ivanjusticiaperez9079 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Eileen Love if you don’t like her what the hell are you doing here? GTFO

    • @IraRochaa
      @IraRochaa 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@eye-leenlove Smh Bey haters love say anything, what is wrong about know the value of money?? and don't came with this shit about her and Jay, doesn't make any sense.
      Bye girl, go hate somewheres else...

    • @kitanaedenian2575
      @kitanaedenian2575 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@eye-leenlove u are so sad

    • @bluedalia1114
      @bluedalia1114 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@eye-leenlove both are billionaire are you are sad baby mamma

  • @cupiedoll8468
    @cupiedoll8468 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I'm fighting back tears as if she were speaking directly to me. Thank you for your excellence Queen Bey. And looking forward to Black is King.

  • @atlegangseboge2
    @atlegangseboge2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    when ever I don't feel like studying I come and watch this

  • @joymechell277
    @joymechell277 4 ปีที่แล้ว +116

    “Not enough black women that had a seat at the table so I had to go chop down that wood and I make my own table “
    That’s it 👏🏽 no excuses

    • @xsoano8519
      @xsoano8519 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      This made me so so motivated.

  • @chriiiiis
    @chriiiiis 4 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    She's so genuine and passionate this is why I love her

  • @cheyennelouw4398
    @cheyennelouw4398 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Queen, as a euroasian female from south africa I cannot tell you how inspiring this is. I work a full time job, am studying 4 qualifications and look after my family - this speech is everything I needed to build myself this week. You are so wise and your words give me courage to take a folding chair when they don't give me a seat at the table! Thank you for your commitment to empowering others, you hit the nail on the head when you identified how the world will reject us and keep us from being more. I have goosebumps, struggle and a whole lot of determination! You are the wind under the capes of super women everywhere! Thank you president Obama for this initiative. Freedom is on the move, change is us💖

  • @paulagwaraonye
    @paulagwaraonye ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Losing can be the best motivator to get you even bigger wins. That is my favorite part. I feel like she’s being talking to me. THANKS QUEEN BEY!! There ain’t nobody like you.

  • @KamiaFonseca
    @KamiaFonseca 4 ปีที่แล้ว +365

    "Not enough Black women had a seat at the table. So I had to go and chop down that wood and build my own table."

    • @gsfgsf8021
      @gsfgsf8021 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@gollymane5419 Tell that to Lupita.

    • @trinity5740
      @trinity5740 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @African Proud Kelly Rowland? Bad example.

    • @nurlailasuhri101
      @nurlailasuhri101 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      that piece remind me of Amal Kassir's poem Table

  • @santiagojaimes8527
    @santiagojaimes8527 4 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    innovative, mature and inspiring, great woman, great artist, BEYONCÉ

  • @chaitaliipar5263
    @chaitaliipar5263 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    On my lowest days, I come to this video

  • @starphoenix6307
    @starphoenix6307 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    So THIS is the real one. I've been watching the stan twitter versions calling me dumb 💀

    • @musicnstuff2910
      @musicnstuff2910 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Wonder why no one is talking about the meme in these comments

    • @28rizzons
      @28rizzons 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      because what she is saying is more important?? lol

  • @nicolevanstappershoef5958
    @nicolevanstappershoef5958 4 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    She motivated me more than anyone else ever did in my entire life ❤️🙌🏼

  • @missondo4887
    @missondo4887 4 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    Periodtttt- she’s a movement.... she gives me strength and hope 😭😭😭😭😭

  • @toniannsantamaria9882
    @toniannsantamaria9882 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    "You are the answer to a generation of prayers."

  • @kaylebarmstrong5039
    @kaylebarmstrong5039 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I graduated in 2019. I always see videos of this moment, and I found myself rewatching this speech 2 years after i first tuned in. THIS is something that I needed to hear and I’m glad that Beyoncé was the one to give this commencement speech. Thank you, Mrs. Carter, for always staying true to you and chopping down the wood to build your own table. You said that if there are time that we are denied center stage, to build our own stage. THAT hit hard.

  • @thirteenwolfies
    @thirteenwolfies 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Beyoncé’s voice is rich and wholesome! Her hair and face are so beautiful! I loved her message

  • @naeishabreedlove5633
    @naeishabreedlove5633 4 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    Beyonce told me to "Be 'bout that action" so guess what ima be? Bout that action 😂🙏🏾

    • @kkmichelle314
      @kkmichelle314 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      💯💯💯💯💯❤❤💪🏾💪🏾

  • @brimichelle6271
    @brimichelle6271 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I've come back to this video like once a year or so since 2020. The Universe keeps asking me to expand, and this clip helps me find the strength I need to keep going. Thank you, Bey.

  • @emilopucci8962
    @emilopucci8962 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The fact I’m not even a college graduate and I look at this video when I feel low says so much about the message

  • @elanmartin
    @elanmartin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    This needs to be broadcasted Everywhere!!!

  • @cyb3r.br44tz3
    @cyb3r.br44tz3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +421

    CAN WE TAKE A MINUTE TO APPRECIATE THE QUEEN💕 👑

    • @itsmeciicii2294
      @itsmeciicii2294 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Period

    • @bluejeanswhiteshirt9481
      @bluejeanswhiteshirt9481 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      U acting like we already don’t

    • @ilikeunicornsandbts
      @ilikeunicornsandbts 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      She looking like a queen, her speech is something like a queen would say. She is the definition of queen 👑

    • @will-qb1sw
      @will-qb1sw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      PERIOD-

    • @cyb3r.br44tz3
      @cyb3r.br44tz3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Mr Clean no need to be smart I really didn’t know what to comment anyways sir-🙄

  • @swabyy
    @swabyy 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I literally come back to this anytime my life is in shambles. I hope this women knows how inspiring she is to the black and queer community.

  • @peace4lifeross509
    @peace4lifeross509 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This woman is absolutely amazing, I’m not even graduating but she is speaking such beautiful wisdom

  • @audreypryor5831
    @audreypryor5831 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I’m the first in my family to graduate college as a nurse. I’ve received my ged at 23, now at 31, I’m proud to be apart of the alma mater of the “ Year of the Nurse 2020”. Thank you Beyoncé for using your platform in such a positive manner. 🥰

  • @noabolar
    @noabolar 4 ปีที่แล้ว +125

    She is so inspirational this is why I love her she made me cry I’m a young black girl and this really opened my eyes and I have a long way to go and she has motivated me to succeed in my life thank you Beyoncé ❤️

    • @tiffanybrazier8418
      @tiffanybrazier8418 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You got it babygirl! Just hang in there and follow your dreams💗💗🙏

    • @noabolar
      @noabolar 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tiffany Brazier thank you!

  • @learntosign
    @learntosign 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Let's give us disabled people a chance too....I love this message. To be born disabled feels like you have been ignored and looked down upon all your life. I'm deaf/hard-of- hearing and the feeling of isolation and hatred has been something I'll forever be passionate about. 💞

    • @Nelsiworld
      @Nelsiworld 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Don't let it deter you from your goals .You are amazing and can contribute immensly to the world as well

    • @Nelsiworld
      @Nelsiworld 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Find what you are gifted at and passionate about and build your purpose from it and remember that you are not disabled, you are just abled differently

    • @greego5952
      @greego5952 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am hard of hearing too. You got this. :)

  • @taylordiorr7109
    @taylordiorr7109 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    i rewatch this anytime i need some encouragement 😭

  • @Maedchenausdemmeer
    @Maedchenausdemmeer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    From now on I‘m going to listen to this when I feel down and insignificant. Beyonce inspires me to be smarter, kinder and more ambitious every time she creates something. So thankful to see a successful person who truly followed her personal legend.

    • @xsoano8519
      @xsoano8519 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      So true !

    • @Fatipapi
      @Fatipapi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If you feel insignificant, you better think again 🎶

  • @shaym.9480
    @shaym.9480 4 ปีที่แล้ว +210

    When Beyoncé said, ' be about that action + go do it. ' I felt that. It may seem crazy, but I feel like there's nothing I can't do now. Bey really be changing lives ❤

  • @RichelleDunbar
    @RichelleDunbar ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As a 2020 college graduate, thank you.

  • @IC0NICXZ
    @IC0NICXZ 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    the edited version of this is crazy 😂😂

  • @juliaakel1025
    @juliaakel1025 4 ปีที่แล้ว +605

    I am a latina woman, and now I find myself coming back to this speech everytime I feel low and unworthy.

    • @Pursuepeace0715
      @Pursuepeace0715 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      You are NOT unworthy. You are a remarkably made, unique, a child of the most high 🙏

    • @marcdjenbozil9538
      @marcdjenbozil9538 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      You are smart and worthy ❤

    • @juliaakel1025
      @juliaakel1025 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @Jason Woods "racial disparity"

    • @ad2094
      @ad2094 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Listen to Bigger or I was Here, they are such affirming songs!

    • @bussinchickennugget1589
      @bussinchickennugget1589 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Kollossus T yes!!

  • @knockout563
    @knockout563 4 ปีที่แล้ว +242

    Beyoncé is really a legend, I pray she gets everything she deserves

    • @jeffreyself6295
      @jeffreyself6295 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thats so nice me too

    • @dontyoujustluhhmeh27
      @dontyoujustluhhmeh27 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      she already has!!!

    • @walpurgarblitzke-wei2871
      @walpurgarblitzke-wei2871 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      do you think she wrote the script?

    • @athanburnett6125
      @athanburnett6125 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Frank Castle 🙄Here people come with this BS again. Y'all who believe this always make dumb statements and then when i ask for proff you don't have any.

    • @chrisaikeniteka3925
      @chrisaikeniteka3925 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      She have everything she want

  • @chaunseybillings5381
    @chaunseybillings5381 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Nobody love Beyonce as much as I do I ♥️ this woman

  • @S123SH.
    @S123SH. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    My computer was at 13% was about to play quick game, saw this and let my computer die on it, I'm not even apart of class 2020, 100% worth it.

  • @thecravehousereview
    @thecravehousereview 4 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    "Keep pushing... Forget the fear, forget the doubt, keep investing and keep betting on yourself"

  • @gladysquesada5048
    @gladysquesada5048 4 ปีที่แล้ว +166

    "You are the answer to a generation of prayers" my big sister passing me her wisdom

    • @KA44479
      @KA44479 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Naw.. you mean Lauryn hill is the voice to a generation, and Beyoncé is just a attention seeking copy cat of all the ones beforehand.. she ain’t saving nobody never mind a generation, she’s praising Obama who is a well known bill gates friend along with Jeffery Epstein . You need to look up #Obamagate #adrenochrom #Killerbillgates she’s up there doing her handlers evil works and all these people want to praise her.. I mean come on WAKE UP like NOW... she’s on the enemies side she don’t give a fuck about any of it , apart from spinning an agenda for political parties 🙄🤦🏻‍♀️

    • @panicreckless1003
      @panicreckless1003 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Who is she talking about? I'm serious.

    • @theyhateangel6478
      @theyhateangel6478 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do we really take her serious?😂😂😂

    • @StormFly505
      @StormFly505 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Katree T So when Beyoncé said don’t spend time writing out negativity online did you skip past that part or did you chose to ignore it, she’s standing up for the black community and she’s one of the most well known and powerful artists at least she’s using her platform for the better, you’ve chose to ruin a motivational speech for graduates just to have a political rant please re think before speaking harshly :)

    • @lincolnoliveira3041
      @lincolnoliveira3041 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      BFdo

  • @b3llalina
    @b3llalina ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It is 2023 and I occasionally come watch this video whenever I need uplifting. ❤

  • @mjgmagic1984
    @mjgmagic1984 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I come back to this often. The best pep talk we could ask for. Watching this woman bloom over the years has been such a gift.

  • @anicamata3188
    @anicamata3188 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The queen literally just blessed my entire grad class I’m so honored

  • @maddimclaurin9988
    @maddimclaurin9988 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    ” I had to go chop down that wood and build my own table” Felt that👑❤️🔥

  • @ava165
    @ava165 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I love her voice it’s so relaxing

  • @ip2489
    @ip2489 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    AS I TYPE, MY PARENTS ARE VICIOUSLY MAKING NOISE, SWEARING LOUDLY, CAUSING DISTRESS AS USUAL AND MY HEART RATE IS UNHEALTHILY HIGH FOR SEVERAL REASONS . YOU DO NOT HAVE ANY IDEA WHAT IT IS LIKE TO ENDURE THIS SET OF HARSH CIRCUMSTANCES. I LOVE YOU BEYONCE BUT OH PLEASE LORD SOMEBODY FROM THE REAL WORLD PLEASE LISTEN, UNDERSTAND, CARE, BELIEVE AND HELP ME GET FAR OUT OF HERE AND EMPOWER ME THRIVE BECAUSE YEARS HAVE WASTED AWAY AND TIME IS TICKING.

    • @jesusisking5027
      @jesusisking5027 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love you, meditate. It’ll help you block out the negative energy, focus on yourself, god is right there with you. Raise your vibration, these satanic people want us to be at the lowest level which is fear, depression and anxiety. At the lowest level you have soul, and you can raise it. Beyoncé worships Lucifer, they’re soulless. I recommend you listen to Lisa Left Eye Lopes album Supernova, it’s only on youtube, her music is so empowering to me especially her songs ‘The Universal Quest’ ‘Head to the sky’ and ‘A New Star is Born’. Look into Dr Sebi nutritional guide, stop eating meat etc...

  • @xenosphere1819
    @xenosphere1819 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    this is my third time watching this and i still weep.

    • @Mr.Mister-24_th
      @Mr.Mister-24_th 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Bow down to Jesus only. He is the only God and stop worshipping Beyonce (aslo human)

    • @Marc004
      @Marc004 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      s Gordon who worshipping Beyoncé? Everyone knows she not god. I’m tired of y’all please leave

    • @maddimclaurin9988
      @maddimclaurin9988 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Marcus Kirkland honestly

    • @Mr.Mister-24_th
      @Mr.Mister-24_th 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Marc004 y'all idolizing her. Y'all put her first before y'all put Jesus first.

    • @xenosphere1819
      @xenosphere1819 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      s Gordon im athiest so i dont worship anyone. let people bow to whoever they want.

  • @randybandhu3287
    @randybandhu3287 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I swear if Beyonce literally sit down and made an entire 10 hour video of her starring at the camera, I’ll be entertained!!!

  • @danyulwilliams9823
    @danyulwilliams9823 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beyoncé’s speech is so powerful!!!! Such inspirational words from she’s my female music inspiration!! ❤😊😢

  • @sarasalas843
    @sarasalas843 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    EVERYTHING IN THIS VIDEO IS EXTREMELY BEAUTIFUL

  • @forfun2777
    @forfun2777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I'm a grown ass woman who graduated from college years ago but this has motivated me big time. It was pure and sincere. Loved it girl!

  • @ThAtZkOoLbEaNz
    @ThAtZkOoLbEaNz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This message was so powerful. I replayed it a few times. The world needs to hear this

  • @norazeisse1033
    @norazeisse1033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Her voice is just so lovely

  • @kalmanta1824
    @kalmanta1824 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I really look forward to what she‘s up to in her 40s. Her work ethic and determination is inspiring.

    • @ashley1919100
      @ashley1919100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same

    • @leahtheestallion7687
      @leahtheestallion7687 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I know she will do a lot of Disney projects and soundtracks, she has a huge new deal with them