Rob49 Reacts to Beyoncé Using 'WTHELLY' Sample on Cowboy Carter Tour

Rob49 performs on the BETX Main Stage: Where Black Music Lives during the 2024 BET Experience Fan Fest
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Wondering how Rob49’s ‘WTHELLY’ landed in Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter set? We break down the viral moment and why it matters for Rob49’s career.

Rob49’s career hit a new level of fame when Beyoncé sampled his viral track WTHELLY during her Cowboy Carter show in London. As the crowd heard “What the hell-yoncé?” ring out before she performed SPAGHETTI, Rob49 immediately jumped on social media: “QUEEN BEY USING MY SONG!” Fans caught the moment and ran with it — some joked about lawsuits, but most called it a win and hoped it might lead to a real collaboration.

Instead of asking for credit or money, Rob49 simply posted, “No money needed… I love Beyoncé in real life.”

The viral moment also brought new attention to Rob49’s rising profile, with WTHELLY already making waves on TikTok and streaming platforms. Having Beyoncé pick up his track is a stamp of approval few new artists get, and it’s likely to push Rob49’s name even further into the mainstream.