"Beyoncé Makes History with No. 1 Country Song Debut"

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Beyoncé's new song "Texas Hold ‘Em" has made history by reaching No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs chart, making her the first Black woman to achieve this since the chart's inception in 1958. The success of her new country-influenced singles has sparked discussions about the representation of Black artists in the country music industry, with some radio stations already playing her songs despite initial uncertainty. This achievement comes amid ongoing debates about the genre's roots and the treatment of Black artists, highlighting the significance of Beyoncé's impact on the traditionally white-dominated country music scene.
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- Beyoncé Just Became the First Black Woman Artist With a Number One Country Song Rolling Stone
- Beyoncé debuts at No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and makes history CNN
- Beyoncé Becomes First Black Woman to Ever Reach No. 1 on the Country Chart PEOPLE
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