"Beyoncé Makes History as First Black Woman to Top US Hot 100 with 'Texas Hold 'Em'"

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"Beyoncé Makes History as First Black Woman to Top US Hot 100 with 'Texas Hold 'Em'"
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Beyoncé made history by becoming the first Black woman to top the Billboard Hot 100 chart with a country song, "Texas Hold 'Em," from her upcoming album Renaissance: Act II. Despite facing resistance from some in the country music establishment, Beyoncé's loyal fan base and a successful radio campaign propelled the song to the top, highlighting the ongoing struggle for acceptance of Black artists in the genre and emphasizing the historical significance of Black contributions to country music.

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