On Election Day, Beyoncé surprised fans by releasing the first visuals for “Bodyguard,” a track from her latest album, Cowboy Carter. The Grammy-winning artist took the opportunity to blend her music with political advocacy, urging fans to vote. In the video, Beyoncé channels iconic looks from Pamela Anderson, from Anderson’s red bathing suit in Baywatch to her edgy Barb Wire leather ensemble.
Beyoncé Channels Pamela Anderson in Latest Release
The video, titled “Beywatch,” is Beyoncé’s creative nod to the classic 90s series Baywatch. As she donned Anderson’s famous looks, she also playfully referenced fans’ long wait for visuals from Renaissance, her previous album. Beyoncé acknowledges her visual hiatus by calling the mock awards in her video the “No Visual Awards,” a humorous jab at her own delayed music videos.
“‘The music is enough,’ Beyoncé said in response to fans’ calls for more visuals,” noted a source close to the artist. Still, with Cowboy Carter, she seems to be offering a subtle yet impactful treat for her supporters.
Beyoncé has often used her platform to highlight issues she deeply cares about, and this release was no exception. Sharing the video across social media, she captioned it with voting hashtags and shared a visual where the words “Vote” appeared on a toy gun flag, merging her playful tribute with a meaningful message.
Earlier, Beyoncé had endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris in her Houston hometown, declaring, “I’m not here as a celebrity or a politician. I’m here as a mother.” She urged the crowd, “We’re all part of something much bigger. We must vote, and we need you.” Her speech emphasized unity and the importance of engaging in democracy, which became even more relevant on Election Day with this video.
The “Bodyguard” visuals have reignited interest in Beyoncé’s recent musical era, while her Anderson-inspired costumes have added an extra layer of nostalgic flair. As one fan commented, “She’s playing in our face — and we love it!”
Beyoncé’s latest move exemplifies her unique power to blend culture, art, and activism. For her fans, this Election Day release brought a timely reminder of the star’s influence, her humor, and her commitment to encouraging civic engagement.