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Beyonce Becomes 1st Black Woman to Achieve a No. 1 Country Album


Beyonce made history as the first Black woman to hit No. 1 on the ‘Billboard’ Top Country Albums chart with ‘Cowboy Carter’

Cowboy Carter boasts an eclectic lineup of guest artists, including Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Miley Cyrus, Post Malone, Paul McCartney, Tanner Adell, Willie Jones, Tiera Kennedy, Linda Martell, Reyna Roberts, Jon Batiste, Ryan Beatty, Gary Clark Jr., The-Dream, Brittney Spencer, Rhiannon Giddens, Pharrell Williams, Robert Randolph, Nile Rodgers, Raphael Saadiq, Sara Watkins and Beyoncé’s daughter Rumi. Beyoncé also hit back at the criticism she received by telling the audience, “To all the record labels, every radio station, every award show, my hope is that we’re more open to the joy and liberation that comes from enjoying art with no preconceived notions.” Beyonce also thanked her husband, Jay-Z, describing him as “my rock, my best friend, I love you” and her “three beautiful children who continue to be my inspiration, my biggest blessing.” The couple share daughter Blue Ivy, 12, and twins Rumi and Sir, 6.

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