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American singer Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter has shared that her upcoming album Cowboy Carter" Was born out of an experience that I had years ago where I did not feel welcomed."
In a detailed Instagram caption, the singer gave an insight into the origins of her 8th solo album.
"Today marks the 10-day countdown until the release of act ii," thanking her supporters for helping make her record-breaking song "Texas Hold 'Em" the No. 1 single on the Hot Country Songs chart.
She's the first Black woman to reach that milestone, and while she feels "honored," she hopes "that years from now, the mention of an artist’s race, as it relates to releasing genres of music, will be irrelevant."
Beyonce wrote, "This album has been over five years in the making," before hinting at an event that happened years ago.
"It was born out of an experience that I had years ago where I did not feel welcomed…and it was very clear that I wasn’t. But, because of that experience, I did a deeper dive into the history of Country music and studied our rich musical archive, "she wrote.
Despite that, "It feels good to see how music can unite so many people around the world," she added.
Even though she recognizes the harmony that music can bring she keeps the challenges in mind too.
"The criticisms I faced when I first entered this genre forced me to propel past the limitations that were put on me, she wrote adding Act II is a result of challenging herself, and taking time to bend and blend genres to create this body of work.
"I have a few surprises on the album and have collaborated with some brilliant artists who I deeply respect" she teased
She hopes that "You can hear my heart and soul, and all the love and passion that I poured into every detail and every sound."
She revealed she focused on the album as a continuation of RENAISSANCE
Adding, "I hope this music is an experience, creating another journey where you can close your eyes, start from the beginning, and never stop. This ain’t a Country album."
She concluded by stating,"This is a “Beyoncé” album. This is act ii COWBOY CARTER, and I am proud to share it with y’all! "
