Beyoncé’s hometown is Houston, Texas, where she was born and raised.
She was born Beyoncé Giselle Knowles on September 4, 1981, in Houston. Her early musical development took place in the city, including talent competitions and performances that helped identify her abilities as a singer and performer.
Houston remained important to Beyoncé’s public identity throughout her career. The city appears in discussions of her childhood, family background, and early training. She attended Parker Elementary School, where she was exposed to a school environment with a strong emphasis on music and the arts.
Beyoncé later became one of Houston’s most prominent cultural figures. Her connection to the city is separate from the locations of major concerts and filmed performances, which have included venues around the world. Houston is also the birthplace of her sister, singer-songwriter Solange Knowles.