Governor Mark Dayton Declares May 23 ‘Beyoncé Day’ for Musical Influence

In a commendable show of gubernatorial grooves, Minnesota’s governor has designated May 23, 2016, as “Beyoncé Day” to coincide with the superstar’s concert in the Twin Cities.

Governor Mark Dayton has put forth this declaration to honor Beyoncé for the substantial influence her music bears upon numerous young girls and women, communicating empowering and affirmative messages through her lyrics. Recognizing the Houston native’s illustrious trajectory within the music sphere—now 34 years of age—the gubernatorial proclamation underlines her substantial achievements and echoing impact.

“Recognized widely for her influence and success, Beyoncé continues to inspire many,” stated a press release from Governor Dayton’s office.

Marking her musical journey in Minnesota, Beyoncé first graced the state with her presence in 2004 during the Verizon Ladies First Tour. She returned again in 2009 with her I Am… World Tour, and thrilled her fans most recently in 2013 during the Mrs. Carter Show World Tour.

This celebration arrives just before Beyoncé’s much-anticipated Formation World Tour performance, which is slated for 7pm at the TCF Bank Stadium.

With throngs of fans congregating at the venue, there is a buzz of excitement, albeit tempered with the threat of a storm that could potentially overshadow the event. Prepared for an inclement evening, fans, guided by meteorologist Mike Augustyniak’s forecast of possible severe storms, remain hopeful but cautious.

The weather forecast suggests the timing of the most severe weather threats—hail included—could coincide with the music icon’s scheduled stage appearance.

In the realm of her professional exploits, Beyoncé recently unveiled her latest album, “Lemonade,” which sparked widespread conversation and speculation due to its lyrical suggestions of marital infidelity. In response, sources indicate that Beyoncé and her husband Jay Z have privately recorded a co-created album, opting for a musical dialogue over public discourse concerning the rumors swirling around their relationship.

Though no public acknowledgment has been made, insiders claim the project is complete and anticipated to debut exclusively on the streaming platform Tidal.

Known for their previous successful collaborations, such as “Bonnie & Clyde,” “Crazy In Love,” and “Drunk In Love,” this wouldn’t be the couple’s first joint musical venture. However, prior assumptions leaned towards Jay Z producing a solo album to narrate his perspective without Beyoncé’s involvement.

Married since 2008, Beyoncé and Jay Z share their daughter Blue Ivy, and their musical synergy continues to encapsulate both their personal journey and artistic expression.