The Carters - Apeshit Today

: The inclusion of Marie-Guillemine Benoist’s 1800 portrait is particularly significant because it centers a Black woman as the subject rather than in a state of servitude.

: Beyoncé and her dancers perform in front of Jacques-Louis David's massive painting, using the synchrony of Black bodies to "upstage" symbols of white monarchy. THE CARTERS - APESHIT

: Beyond the art, the song contains sharp commentary on contemporary issues, such as JAY-Z's lyrics about turning down the Super Bowl halftime show and criticism of the Recording Academy. : The video won Best Cinematography and Best

: The video won Best Cinematography and Best Art Direction at the 2018 MTV Video Music Awards and was nominated for a Grammy. Fashion and Visuals A Guide to the Art in Beyonce, Jay

: The Carters stand before Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece in coordinating pastel suits, a move described by experts as "making space for themselves" in a traditionally white-dominated institution.

The visual style is defined by bold, high-fashion looks curated to complement the museum's masterpieces. A Guide to the Art in Beyonce, Jay Z's Apeshit Louvre Video

The track features production from and includes ad-libs from Quavo of Migos.