What was the first song Beyoncé released from her 2022 album Renaissance?

“Break My Soul” was the first song Beyoncé released from her 2022 album Renaissance.

The single was released on June 20, 2022, and served as the lead single from Renaissance, Beyoncé’s seventh studio album. It was produced by Beyoncé, The-Dream, Tricky Stewart, and Jay-Z under his producer name, with additional production from BlaqNmilD.

The song samples Robin S’s 1993 house hit “Show Me Love” and incorporates elements of “Explode” by Big Freedia. Its house-music foundation marked a strong connection to Black and queer club traditions, while the lyrics emphasize work-life balance, release, and personal freedom.

“Break My Soul” became Beyoncé’s eighth solo number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100 and her first solo chart-topper since “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It).” Renaissance was later nominated for Album of the Year at the 2023 Grammy Awards.