Which Beyoncé album introduced the song “Formation” in 2016?

Beyoncé’s 2016 album Lemonade introduced the song “Formation.” Released on April 23, 2016, Lemonade was accompanied by a one-hour film broadcast on HBO and became one of the defining visual-album projects of the decade.

The album combines R&B, pop, rock, hip-hop, blues, and country influences. Its songs address personal relationships, family history, Black identity, feminism, and resilience. “Formation,” released before the album, became especially notable for its celebration of Black Southern culture and its powerful imagery.

Lemonade was Beyoncé’s sixth studio album and debuted at number one in several countries, including the United States. It received widespread critical acclaim and won the Grammy for Best Urban Contemporary Album. Although listeners often focus on its autobiographical themes, the project is also structured around distinct musical chapters and a carefully designed visual narrative.