has added another milestone to her iconic career as she became the first Black woman ever to reach No. 1 on the Her latest release, , also debuted at the top of the 200 chart, selling 407,000 album units during the first week of April. The 32-time Grammy winner now has the fourth-most No. 1 hits among
Women, following (13), (11) and (nine). , 42, achieved the best-selling week of 2024 and her biggest debut since her album sold 653,000 units in May 2016.
Beyoncé introduced in February with “ ” which became the first song by a Black female artist to reach No. 1 on the Hot Country chart. boasts an eclectic lineup of guest artists, including , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , and Beyoncé’s daughter Rumi. The big winner at the CMT Awards on Sunday, April 7, who won three honors for “Need a Favor,” said on the red carpet that he is very impressed with Cowboy Carter. “I love that she did her whole thing across the whole album. I love that she tried ‘Jolene.’ I thought that was bold,” he told . “She’s the
Queen. Anybody saying anything different is a hater.” The success of comes after Beyoncé’s foray into country
music was met with resistance from some country music fans and country music radio stations who ignored fan requests to play the songs on air. Her controversial new music was recognized at the on April 1 at the Dolby Theatre in
Los Angeles when she from , who played harmonica on Beyoncé’s version of “Jolene.” “I just want to thank you for motivating the world to become a better place,” Wonder, 73, said while presenting the award. In her acceptance speech, Beyoncé said, “Innovation starts with a dream. But then you have to execute that dream, and that road can be very bumpy. Being an innovator is saying what everyone believes is impossible.” “Being an innovator often means being criticized, which often will test your mental strength,” she continued. “Being an innovator is leaning on faith and trusting that God will catch you and guide you.” also hit back at the criticism she received by telling the audience, “To all the record labels, every radio station, every award show, my hope is that we’re more open to the joy and liberation that comes from enjoying art with no preconceived notions.” You have successfully subscribed. By signing up, I agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy and to receive emails from Us Weekly Check our latest news in
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Apple News She accepted her award for those who have “dedicated their lives and their art to creating shifts,” mentioning , , Martell, , , and “[They] defied any label placed upon them, thank you for executing your dream so we could all follow,” she said.
Beyonce also thanked her husband, describing him as “my rock, my best friend, I love you” and her “three beautiful children who continue to be my inspiration, my biggest blessing.” The couple share daughter Blue Ivy, 12, and twins Rumi and Sir, 6. You have successfully subscribed. By signing up, I agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy and to receive emails from Us Weekly