Beyoncé marked Independence Day by surprise-releasing 'Morning Dew (Donk),' a previously shelved track created as a tribute to her dedicated fanbase ahead of a significant milestone. The song, which had originally been composed for her 2006 album B'Day, serves as the opening salvo of a two-month countdown to that album's 20th anniversary. The timing carries personal significance, as September 4th marks both the anniversary release date and Beyoncé's own birthday.

The track represents a collaboration between Beyoncé, producer and co-writer Pharrell Williams, alongside songwriters The-Dream and Darius Dixon. Its accompanying lyric video draws from archival footage captured two decades ago, reinforcing the connection between past and present. The song will be included on the upcoming B'Day reissue scheduled for September 4, 2026, though the label has disclosed no additional information about the anniversary edition at this time. The release marks Beyoncé's first new music since March 2024, when she unveiled Cowboy Carter.