Zendaya Calls 'Not Knowing Beyoncé Songs' a Dealbreaker Before Marriage

Published 03/25/2026, 11:03 PM EDT

Zendaya is no stranger to sharing playful yet surprisingly pointed opinions during interviews, and her latest take on music and relationships is turning heads. While promoting her upcoming film The Drama, the actress revealed a lighthearted but bold stance that has fans debating what really counts as a “red flag” before marriage.

With The Drama, a wedding-themed dark comedy co-starring Robert Pattinson, set to release on April 3, Zendaya has been leaning into all things weddings during her press tour. But amid the humor and romance, one particular comment about music compatibility has struck a chord online.

Why Zendaya sees this as a major red flag before marriage?

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During a recent interview with Brut America, Zendaya did not hold back when it came to her thoughts on people who claim they did not know any Beyoncé songs. She made it clear that she finds that kind of admission surprising and hard to understand in today’s pop culture landscape.

“But you don’t know Beyoncé songs? Wait—are you living under a rock?,” she said, clearly stunned by the idea. The actress went on to describe that kind of statement as a major red flag, especially when it comes up before a wedding.

For Zendaya, it is not just about music preference but what it represents. She admitted that hearing someone say they “don’t see the hype” around Beyoncé always gets to her, suggesting it signals a disconnect in shared cultural moments. Given how deeply Beyoncé’s music is woven into everything from celebrations to workouts, Zendaya’s take reflects her belief that music can reveal compatibility on a deeper level.

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Her perspective naturally leads into what she believes truly makes a wedding unforgettable.

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Zendaya’s love for music does not stop at opinions; it extends to what she would personally put on repeat at a wedding. While exclusively chatting with People at the Los Angeles premiere of The Drama on March 17, she shared her ultimate dance-floor pick. In The Drama, Robert Pattinson and Zendaya lean into a chaotic, emotionally intense dynamic, portraying a couple whose relationship blurs the line between passion and toxicity.

“I always say that ‘This Is How We Do It’ [by Montell Jordan] always gets people going,” Zendaya told PEOPLE. “As soon as everybody hears it, everybody’s up. It works every time.”

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She emphasized that “good music” is the backbone of any successful wedding, calling dance a universal language that brings people together. Whether it is setting the mood or getting guests out of their seats, Zendaya believes the right track can instantly transform the energy of a celebration, something she clearly values both on and off screen.  

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Do you agree with Zendaya’s take? Is not knowing Beyoncé songs really a red flag, or just personal taste? Let us know in the comments! 

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Karishma Dasgupta

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Karishma is an entertainment journalist at Netflix Junkie. She enjoys digging deep into stories and bringing clarity to the often fast-moving world of entertainment. She holds a double Master’s degree in Fashion Business Management and Digital Marketing.

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