Lemonade is Beyoncé’s 2016 album presented with an accompanying film of the same name.
The album was released on April 23, 2016, after its film premiered on HBO. It combines pop, R&B, rock, blues, country, soul, and hip-hop influences. Songs include “Formation,” “Sorry,” “Hold Up,” “Freedom,” and “All Night.”
Lemonade is structured around themes of betrayal, grief, anger, healing, reconciliation, and Black identity. Its visual presentation uses poetry, landscapes, historical references, and contributions from Black women artists and writers. The project became one of Beyoncé’s most acclaimed works.
Some listeners use “Lemonade” only for the HBO film, but the name identifies both the studio album and its accompanying visual work. The album debuted at number one in the United States and earned Grammy nominations across major categories, including Album of the Year.