Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” Breaks Streaming Records Across Platforms

Before unleashing “Cowboy Carter,” Beyoncé teased that her new album would be a diverse exploration of genres, and she certainly delivered. Across the 27-track LP, the Houston native traverses various musical styles, from bluegrass to Jersey club, pop, rock, hip-hop, and even throwing in some operatic runs to showcase her vocal prowess. Since announcing that the second act of her “Renaissance” trilogy would pay homage to her Southern roots, anticipation has been high – and “Cowboy Carter” has wasted no time in making its mark on streaming platforms, shattering records along the way.

According to Billboard, Beyoncé’s eighth studio album has become Spotify’s most-streamed album in a single day so far this year, as of Friday (March 29). One of its lead singles, “Texas Hold ‘Em,” had already amassed over 200 million streams before the album’s official release. Amazon Music is also celebrating Beyoncé’s success, noting that “Cowboy Carter” achieved the biggest debut to date, earning more first-day streams globally than any of her previous albums. Additionally, it marks the most first-day streams for a country album by a female artist in Amazon Music’s history.

As fans worldwide continue to delve into the album’s second act, Beyoncé has been serving up Western-inspired fashion inspiration on her Instagram feed. Her recent W Magazine cover shoot showcases captivating textures like ruffles and leather, hinting at the visual aesthetic accompanying her music. While there are no official visuals yet for the “Renaissance” albums, anticipation is building for what Beyoncé has in store, including the rumored rock-centric third act.

For those hesitant to dive into “Cowboy Carter” but curious about the hype, “Sweet Honey Buckiin” offers an infectious taste of Beyoncé’s femcee side, featuring Pharrell Williams and Shaboozey. Fans are already speculating about potential remixes, with hopes of a collaboration with Megan Thee Stallion. Experience the new track at the provided link, and stay tuned for more updates on hip-hop/pop culture news.