Beyoncè Continues To Break Barriers and Records With The Release of Cowboy Carter
Beyoncè releases the album art for Cowboy Carter via Instagram.
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By: Camille Shanklin
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is once again dominating the charts, this time venturing into a new genre: country music. Her latest release, Act II: Cowboy Carter, debuted on March 29th, marking the continuation of the Renaissance project and her eighth studio album. As we all know from the online controversy this one dives deeply into Beyoncé's Texan roots and her affinity for country music.
With an extensive tracklist of 27 songs, Cowboy Carter features collaborations with esteemed figures from the country music scene, including Willie Nelson, Tanner Andell, Shaboozy, Miley Cyrus, Brittney Spencer, Linda Martell, and her daughter, Rumi Carter.
An iconic highlight of Act II is Beyoncé's interpretation of Dolly Parton's timeless hit, Jolene. Her rendition offers a fresh perspective on the classic, reminiscent of the intensity displayed during her Lemonade era. Tracks like II Most Wanted with Miley Cyrus and Smoke Hour with Willie Nelson exemplify Beyoncé's ability to seamlessly fuse different musical styles while maintaining her distinctive sound.
Before the album's release, Beyoncé shared on Instagram that Cowboy Carter had been five years in the making, inspired by a period where she felt marginalized in the country music community. Many speculate this sentiment stems from the controversy surrounding her performance of Daddy Lessons at the 2016 Country Music Awards.
Despite facing criticism, Beyoncé's talent and endorsement from revered figures in country music propelled Cowboy Carter to unprecedented success. In typical Queen Bey fashion, she broke the internet and Spotify's streaming records for the most streamed album in a single day. Cowboy Carter serves as a testament to Beyoncé's refusal to be confined by genre conventions. With each project, she reaffirms that genuine talent transcends boundaries and can not be boxed in. Stream Cowboy Carter now on all streaming platforms.
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