"Beyoncé's Fiery 'Cowboy Carter' Album: Symbolism and Revisionary Genius"
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Beyoncé has released a new album, "Cowboy Carter," featuring a cover of Dolly Parton's "Jolene" with altered lyrics and song structure, fulfilling Parton's earlier hint. The album also includes a duet with Tanner Adell on a rendition of the Beatles' "Blackbird" and interpolations of songs by the Beach Boys, Nancy Sinatra, and Fleetwood Mac. Parton makes two cameos on the record and has referenced the "Jolene" cover on social media. Beyoncé explained that the album was inspired by an incident where she didn't feel welcomed, likely referring to a controversial performance at the 2016 Country Music Association Awards.
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- The symbolism in Beyoncé’s \"Cowboy Carter\" album has fans talking CNN
- Beyoncé Releases New Album Cowboy Carter: Listen and Read the Full Credits Pitchfork
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