Jay-Z's 2026 Yankee Stadium Night One Setlist
Billboard • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Jay-Z kicked off his highly anticipated three-night concert at Yankee Stadium on July 11, performing his 1996 debut album "Reasonable Doubt" with a live band and reimagined arrangements.
- Beyoncé joined Jay-Z on stage for "Can’t Knock the Hustle," and their daughter Blue Ivy played piano for "Feelin’ It," making the event a family affair.
- Jay-Z delivered a sharp freestyle addressing critics of his recent Target deal and reunited with Memphis Bleek and Jaz-O for nostalgic performances.
- Special guests included Nas, who performed a mash-up of "Dead Presidents" and "New York State of Mind," and Alicia Keys, who joined for the hit "Empire State of Mind."
- The concert attracted a star-studded audience including LeBron James, Megan Thee Stallion, Tobey Maguire, Leonardo DiCaprio, and others, with two more nights of the run remaining.
