Beyoncé’s latest album Cowboy Carter is a love letter to country music that perfectly captures her incredible range, and it deserves all the praise coming its way. This album gave us 27 new songs, each one amazing in its own right, and these five ended up creating the biggest commotion so far.
“Texas Hold ‘Em”
“Texas Hold ‘Em” gave us a taste of Cowboy Carter before this album even came out. It introduced us to Beyoncé’s new sound, set several chart records, and started a larger conversation about the place of African-American artists in country music.
“Jolene”
Beyoncé didn’t just cover Dolly Parton’s timeless classic “Jolene”—she put a modern, defiant spin on this pleading country bop, infusing it with her personal history.
“II Most Wanted” ft. Miley Cyrus
Cowboy Carter wouldn’t be the same without its amazing collaborations, and “II Most Wanted” did a great job blending Beyoncé and Cyrus’ voices and musical styles in perfect harmony.
“Protector”
In addition to being one of Cowboy Carter’s strongest tracks, “Protector” became a huge sensation online because it features spoken word by Beyoncé’s daughter Rumi Carter.
“Ya Ya”
“Ya Ya” is quickly establishing itself as one of Cowboy Carter’s breakout hits, and it will win you over with its infectious energy and catchy lyrics.
