Question: Where was the performer of song Halo (Beyoncé Song) born?

Knowledge 1: Halo (Beyoncé song)
"Halo" is a song recorded by American singer Beyoncé for her third studio album, "I Am...Sasha Fierce" (2008).Included on the "I Am..." disc, it was intended to give a behind-the-scenes glimpse of Beyoncé's life, stripped of her make-up and celebrity trappings.Columbia Records released the song, the album's fourth single, to mainstream radio in the United States on January 20, 2009, and to international markets from February 20.Inspired by Ray LaMontagne's 2004 song "Shelter,Halo" was written and composed by Ryan Tedder, Evan Bogart, Eric Nealante'Phillips.It was conceived by Tedder and Nealante specifically for Beyoncé, although there was media speculation that it had been intended for Leona Lewis."Halo" is a pop power ballad, the lyrics of which describe a sublime love.It features drum, piano, keyboard, string, synthesizer, and percussion instrumentation.The song faced a controversy when Kelly Clarkson claimed that Tedder had reused the musical arrangement in her own 2009 song "Already Gone.Halo" received positive reviews from music critics, who made comparisons with Lewis's 2007 song "Bleeding Love."Its production and Beyoncé's emotional vocals also received critical praise."Halo" was nominated for Record of the Year and won Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards.It won Best Song at the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards."Halo" topped the singles charts of Brazil, Norway, and Slovakia, and reached the top five on the singles chart of Australia, Germany, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the US.It has received over ten certifications including a seven-times platinum certification from Australia and a double-platinum from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States.Philip Andelman directed the ballad's accompanying music video, which features American actor Michael Ealy.It portrays a romantic relationship between Beyoncé's and Ealy's characters.Critics complimented Beyoncé's looks in the clip.An alternative music video, which shows Ealy's character being chased by police through a forest at night, was posted on the Internet in May 2010.The lyrics to "Halo" were changed for two of Beyoncé's special live performances: in a tribute to Michael Jackson following his death, and in a tribute to the victims of the 2010 Haiti earthquake.The song has been covered by many artists, including Florence and the Machine, Harper Blynn, and Westlife.It was performed on the television show "Glee," and was added to the international soundtrack of the Brazilian soap opera "Caminho das Índias." [SEP] Knowledge 2: Beyoncé
Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter (born September 4, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress.Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Beyoncé performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child.She rose to fame in the late 1990s as the lead singer of Destiny's Child, one of the best-selling girl groups of all time.During Destiny's Child's hiatus, Beyoncé made her theatrical film debut with a role in the US box-office number-one "Austin Powers in Goldmember" (2002) and recorded her first solo album, "Dangerously in Love" (2003), which debuted at number one on the US "Billboard" 200 chart.It also featured the "Billboard" Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".Following the disbandment of Destiny's Child in 2006, she released her second solo album, "B'Day", which contained the US number-onesingle "Irreplaceable" as well as the UK number-one singles "Déjà Vu" and "Beautiful Liar".Beyoncé continued her acting career with starring roles in "The Pink Panther" (2006), "Dreamgirls" (2006), and "Obsessed" (2009).Her marriage to rapper Jay-Z and her portrayal of Etta James in "Cadillac Records" (2008) influenced her third album, "I Am...Sasha Fierce" (2008), which earned a record-setting six Grammy Awards in 2010.It spawned the UK number-one single "If I Were a Boy" and the US number-one single "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)".After splitting from her manager and father Mathew Knowles in 2010, Beyoncé released "4" (2011), which was influenced by 1970s funk, 1980s pop, and 1990s soul.Beyoncé received widespread critical acclaim for her albums, "Beyoncé" (2013) and "Lemonade" (2016); the latter became the world's best-selling album of 2016.She became the first and only music act in the "Billboard" 200 chart history to debut at number one with their first six solo studio albums.In 2018, she released "Everything Is Love", a collaborative album with her husband, Jay-Z, as the Carters.Beyoncé is one of the word's best-selling music artists, having sold over 100 million records worldwide.Her success during the 2000s was recognized with the Recording Industry Association of America's Top Certified Artist of the Decade as well as "Billboard" magazine's Top Radio Songs Artist and the Top Female Artist of the Decade.Beyoncé is the most nominated woman in the Grammy Award history with a total of 23 wins.She is also the most awarded artist at the MTV Video Music Awards, with 24 wins, including the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award.In 2014, she became the highest-paid black musician in history and was listed among "Time"s 100 most influential people in the world for a second year in a row."Forbes" ranked her as the most powerful female in entertainment on their 2015 and 2017 lists, and in 2016, she occupied the sixth place for "Time"'s Person of the Year.
Knowledge 1: Halo (Beyoncé song)
"Halo" is a song recorded by American singer Beyoncé for her third studio album, "I Am...Sasha Fierce" (2008).Included on the "I Am..." disc, it was intended to give a behind-the-scenes glimpse of Beyoncé's life, stripped of her make-up and celebrity trappings.Columbia Records released the song, the album's fourth single, to mainstream radio in the United States on January 20, 2009, and to international markets from February 20.Inspired by Ray LaMontagne's 2004 song "Shelter,Halo" was written and composed by Ryan Tedder, Evan Bogart, Eric Nealante'Phillips.It was conceived by Tedder and Nealante specifically for Beyoncé, although there was media speculation that it had been intended for Leona Lewis."Halo" is a pop power ballad, the lyrics of which describe a sublime love.It features drum, piano, keyboard, string, synthesizer, and percussion instrumentation.The song faced a controversy when Kelly Clarkson claimed that Tedder had reused the musical arrangement in her own 2009 song "Already Gone.Halo" received positive reviews from music critics, who made comparisons with Lewis's 2007 song "Bleeding Love."Its production and Beyoncé's emotional vocals also received critical praise."Halo" was nominated for Record of the Year and won Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards.It won Best Song at the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards."Halo" topped the singles charts of Brazil, Norway, and Slovakia, and reached the top five on the singles chart of Australia, Germany, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the US.It has received over ten certifications including a seven-times platinum certification from Australia and a double-platinum from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States.Philip Andelman directed the ballad's accompanying music video, which features American actor Michael Ealy.It portrays a romantic relationship between Beyoncé's and Ealy's characters.Critics complimented Beyoncé's looks in the clip.An alternative music video, which shows Ealy's character being chased by police through a forest at night, was posted on the Internet in May 2010.The lyrics to "Halo" were changed for two of Beyoncé's special live performances: in a tribute to Michael Jackson following his death, and in a tribute to the victims of the 2010 Haiti earthquake.The song has been covered by many artists, including Florence and the Machine, Harper Blynn, and Westlife.It was performed on the television show "Glee," and was added to the international soundtrack of the Brazilian soap opera "Caminho das Índias." [SEP] Knowledge 2: Heaven (Beyoncé song)
" Heaven" is a song recorded by American singer Beyoncé for her self- titled fifth studio album( 2013).It was written and produced by the singer along with musician Boots who collaborated on the majority of the tracks on the album.Although speculation hinted the song to be inspired by the singer's miscarried child and recorded as a tribute, it was revealed that she drew inspiration from her mother Tina Knowles, losing her best friend." Heaven" is a piano ballad with gospel and pop elements and emotional vocals which received comparisons to Beyoncé's 2008 song" Halo".The personal lyrics describe the protagonist mourning the death of a beloved person by repeating a sentimental hook; many critics found its lyrics to be personal.Music critics provided positive reviews for the track, praising its placement on the album and Beyoncé's vocal performance.The music video for" Heaven" was directed by Todd Tourso and Beyoncé and was released align side on the album on December 13, 2013.It was filmed in Puerto Rico and New York City and it stars Ashley Everett, the singer's long- time dance collaborator for her concerts.The clip shows important moments from the life of Beyoncé and Everett, who portray two best friends.During the end, it is made clear that one of them has died and the other is seen mourning her at the church and cemetery.Like the song, the video was praised for its emotional scenes and acting as well as the religious undertones." Heaven" was performed live by Beyoncé during the European leg of The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour in 2014 as the concerts' closing song.
Knowledge 1: Beyoncé
Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter (born September 4, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress.Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Beyoncé performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child.She rose to fame in the late 1990s as the lead singer of Destiny's Child, one of the best-selling girl groups of all time.During Destiny's Child's hiatus, Beyoncé made her theatrical film debut with a role in the US box-office number-one "Austin Powers in Goldmember" (2002) and recorded her first solo album, "Dangerously in Love" (2003), which debuted at number one on the US "Billboard" 200 chart.It also featured the "Billboard" Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".Following the disbandment of Destiny's Child in 2006, she released her second solo album, "B'Day", which contained the US number-onesingle "Irreplaceable" as well as the UK number-one singles "Déjà Vu" and "Beautiful Liar".Beyoncé continued her acting career with starring roles in "The Pink Panther" (2006), "Dreamgirls" (2006), and "Obsessed" (2009).Her marriage to rapper Jay-Z and her portrayal of Etta James in "Cadillac Records" (2008) influenced her third album, "I Am...Sasha Fierce" (2008), which earned a record-setting six Grammy Awards in 2010.It spawned the UK number-one single "If I Were a Boy" and the US number-one single "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)".After splitting from her manager and father Mathew Knowles in 2010, Beyoncé released "4" (2011), which was influenced by 1970s funk, 1980s pop, and 1990s soul.Beyoncé received widespread critical acclaim for her albums, "Beyoncé" (2013) and "Lemonade" (2016); the latter became the world's best-selling album of 2016.She became the first and only music act in the "Billboard" 200 chart history to debut at number one with their first six solo studio albums.In 2018, she released "Everything Is Love", a collaborative album with her husband, Jay-Z, as the Carters.Beyoncé is one of the word's best-selling music artists, having sold over 100 million records worldwide.Her success during the 2000s was recognized with the Recording Industry Association of America's Top Certified Artist of the Decade as well as "Billboard" magazine's Top Radio Songs Artist and the Top Female Artist of the Decade.Beyoncé is the most nominated woman in the Grammy Award history with a total of 23 wins.She is also the most awarded artist at the MTV Video Music Awards, with 24 wins, including the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award.In 2014, she became the highest-paid black musician in history and was listed among "Time"s 100 most influential people in the world for a second year in a row."Forbes" ranked her as the most powerful female in entertainment on their 2015 and 2017 lists, and in 2016, she occupied the sixth place for "Time"'s Person of the Year. [SEP] Knowledge 2: Heaven (Beyoncé song)
" Heaven" is a song recorded by American singer Beyoncé for her self- titled fifth studio album( 2013).It was written and produced by the singer along with musician Boots who collaborated on the majority of the tracks on the album.Although speculation hinted the song to be inspired by the singer's miscarried child and recorded as a tribute, it was revealed that she drew inspiration from her mother Tina Knowles, losing her best friend." Heaven" is a piano ballad with gospel and pop elements and emotional vocals which received comparisons to Beyoncé's 2008 song" Halo".The personal lyrics describe the protagonist mourning the death of a beloved person by repeating a sentimental hook; many critics found its lyrics to be personal.Music critics provided positive reviews for the track, praising its placement on the album and Beyoncé's vocal performance.The music video for" Heaven" was directed by Todd Tourso and Beyoncé and was released align side on the album on December 13, 2013.It was filmed in Puerto Rico and New York City and it stars Ashley Everett, the singer's long- time dance collaborator for her concerts.The clip shows important moments from the life of Beyoncé and Everett, who portray two best friends.During the end, it is made clear that one of them has died and the other is seen mourning her at the church and cemetery.Like the song, the video was praised for its emotional scenes and acting as well as the religious undertones." Heaven" was performed live by Beyoncé during the European leg of The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour in 2014 as the concerts' closing song.

Answer: Houston, Texas