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Beyoncé's single "Texas Hold ‘Em" climbs to No. 1 on the Hot 100, marking her thirteenth career ruler on the chart. The track, part of her upcoming country album Renaissance Act II, experienced a surge in streams and radio attention, dethroning Jack Harlow's "Lovin On Me." Beyoncé's solo career has seen nine songs top the Hot 100, while she previously earned four No. 1 hits as a member of Destiny’s Child.
Beyoncé is embracing a country aesthetic for her upcoming Renaissance: Act II era, as seen in a Valentine's Day Reel where she wore a black Dolce & Gabbana corset lingerie gown with a cowboy hat and sheer gloves. Teasing the new era with various outfits, including a glittery Louis Vuitton suit and cowboy hat at the Grammys 2024, Beyoncé's next chapter is eagerly anticipated by fans.
Beyoncé's new singles "Texas Hold ‘Em" and "16 Carriages" from her album Renaissance: Act II have sparked discussion in the country music world, with some radio station managers expressing enthusiasm for the tracks. While some are prioritizing one song over the other, there is optimism about the potential for Beyoncé to attract new fans to country music and vice versa, as well as excitement about the crossover between Beyoncé's global fanbase and the country music audience.
Beyoncé surprised fans with the release of two country songs and the announcement of her eighth solo studio album, "Renaissance Act II," showcasing a new musical direction that aligns with her deep roots in Houston, Texas. This move is not entirely unexpected, as Beyoncé has previously incorporated country elements in her music, and her latest foray into the genre reflects her ongoing evolution as an artist.