Beyoncé’s "Ameriican Requiem" sets the tone for her album "Cowboy Carter," blending southern roots with themes of rejection and resilience against a backdrop of country-gospel.
The tensions surrounding Beyoncé's entry into country music reveal deep-seated racism within the genre, as evident during her 2016 performance and subsequent Grammy snub.
"Ameriican Requiem" critiques the superficial good manners sustaining the racist status quo, highlighting the exclusionary practices that have marginalized Black voices in country music.
In "Cowboy Carter," Beyoncé defies Nashville traditions, exploring the entirety of American music while addressing cultural complexities and forging a space for herself.
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