"Post Malone went from White Iverson to Willie Nelson" — Internet reacts as rapper says "yes ma’am” to Beyoncé during NFL Halftime Show

Post Malone's unexpected yet endearing interaction with Beyoncé during the NFL Halftime Show is attracting a lot of attention on the internet. On December 25, 2024, during the NFL Halftime Show at the Houston Texans' game in NRG Stadium, Post Malone and Beyoncé united to perform as part of a collaboration for LEVII'S JEANS.

During their performance, a moment stood out when Malone referred to Bey as "yes, ma'am," which quickly captured social media's attention. The interaction sparked a wave of reactions on X, with netizens praising Malone for his respectful demeanor and comparing his evolving style to that of country music legend Willie Nelson.

"Post Malone went from White Iverson to Willie Nelson. Only in America!" one commented.

Fans also flooded the platform with memes and comments, humorously noting Malone's transformation. They suggested he had a fresh start with new clothes, a polished appearance, and an admirable presence alongside Bey.

"Post Malone washed his a*s, brought new clothes, got a haircut, and called Beyonce "ma'am," a user on X commented.

"Beyoncé got Post Malone looking like he showered, moisturized, and smells like Downy Untouchables and he ended with YES MA'AM?!? I'll be damned," one more on X.

"Yes, ma'am. 😮‍💨 Post Malone knows what he is doing cos🫠," another commented.

Many viewers lauded the duo's performance, describing it as a collaboration that "cooked," a term often used to signify a creative success.

"They really cooked with this one," a netizen commented.

"Somebody said Beyoncé got Post Malone to stop looking like Pig Pen and I —😭😭😭😭😭," one more on X.

"Me when I heard Post Malone say "yes ma'am,"" another wrote.

As of now, neither Post Malone nor Beyoncé has publicly addressed the social media commentary or commented further on their joint performance.

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Beyoncé and Post Malone's "Yes ma'am" moment at the NFL Halftime

Bey (Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Parkwood )

On Wednesday, Christmas Day, Beyoncé delivered a stunning halftime performance during Netflix's inaugural NFL Christmas Gameday. The Houston Texans hosted the Baltimore Ravens at NRG Stadium in a game streamed live on Netflix, where Bey invited Post Malone to join her on stage.

Beyoncé dazzled in a white bodycon suit featuring cutout details, matching trousers, white heels, a bold chunky diamond necklace, and a signature flair. Post Malone complemented her look with a white shimmer blazer over a white vest, blue jeans, and brown shoes.

The performance's viral moment came when the duo sang their hit song Levii's Jeans from Bey's eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter. Released on March 29, 2024, through Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records, the song is the 17th track on the album. The duet captivated fans, adding to the excitement of the night.

"Come on, you pretty little thing / Girl, I wanna take you home / You know I'd like to be your Levi's jeans (I'll be your Levi's jeans) / So I can hug that a*s all day long (oh, baby, hold me all day long) / Come here, you s*xy little thing (come here, you s*xy little thing) / Snap a picture, bring it on (snap a picture, bring it on) / Oh, girl, I wish I was your Levi's jeans / The way you're poppin' out my phone / I love you down to the bone," Malone and B sang.

According to Variety, Beyoncé's NFL Halftime Show was a massive success. Viral videos captured her dramatic entrance on a white horse, wearing fur and a cowboy hat, embodying the show's cowboy-themed aesthetic.

Her setlist further underscored the theme, featuring hits such as 16 Carriages, Blackbird ft. Brittney Spencer, Reyna Roberts, Tiera Kennedy, and Tanner Adell, YA YA ft. Blue Ivy Carter, My House, Spaghetti, Riverdance, Sweet Honey Buckin' ft. Shaboozey, Levii's Jeans ft. Post Malone, Jolene ft., a voiceover by Dolly Parton, and Texas Hold' Em.

As CBS reported, Cowboy Carter was Beyoncé's debut country album. It blended icons of the genre with emerging talent. The album features collaborations with luminaries such as Dolly Parton, Miley Cyrus, Willie Nelson, and Linda Martell, as well as rising stars like Shaboozey, Tanner Adell, Willie Jones, and Post Malone.