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What Songs Are Sampled On Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Album?

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Beyoncé’s legacy grew in a big way today (March 29) with the release of her latest album, Cowboy Carter. While Beyoncé is herself a monolithic figure in music history, she doesn’t hide from the fact that she stands on the shoulders of giants. Indeed, she pays tribute to music history in a number of ways on the new project, including with the songs she and her collaborators chose to incorporate via sampling.

What Songs Are Sampled On Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Album?

Acccording to WhoSampled, “Ya Ya” samples “These Boots Are Made For Walkin’” by Nancy Sinatra and “Good Vibrations” by The Beach Boys. “Smoke Hour Willie Nelson,” meanwhile, samples”Maybellene” by Chuck Berry, “Grinning In Your Face” by Son House, and “Don’t Let Go” by Roy Hamilton. The site also notes that “Daughter” samples “Caro Mio Ben” by Tommaso Giordani, “Sweet Honey Buckin’” samples “I Fall To Pieces” by Patsy Cline, and “Spaghettii” samples “Aquecimento Das Danadas” by O Mandrake Feat. Xaropinho DJ.

Also related are the album’s two covers: “Blackbiird” is a cover of The Beatles’ “Blackbird,” while “Jolene” is a new take on the Dolly Parton classic of the same name.

Cowboy Carter is out now via Parkwood/Columbia Records. Find more information here.

AMBUSH® Releases Limited Edition ‘Cowboy Carter’ Tee for Beyoncé’s Album Launch

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AMBUSH® Releases Limited Edition 'Cowboy Carter' Tee for Beyoncé's Album Launch

Today, AMBUSH® unveiled a limited edition “Cowboy Carter” tee in celebration of the launch of Beyoncé’s new album, Cowboy Carter, in Japan. The exclusive tee pays homage to the iconic artist’s latest release and reflects AMBUSH®’s commitment to innovative fashion collaborations. Available for a limited time, the “Cowboy Carter” tee is set to become a coveted collector’s item among fans of both Beyoncé and AMBUSH®, uniquely merging music and style.

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How Are Beyoncé’s ‘Jolene’ And Dolly Parton’s Original Version Different?

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Beyoncé’s highly anticipated new album Cowboy Carter is out now, and one of the most talked-about tracks early on is Bey’s new rendition of the Dolly Parton classic “Jolene.” Notably, Beyoncé took some creative liberties with the song that represent a significant transformation.

How Are Beyoncé’s “Jolene” And Dolly Parton’s Original Version Different?

Here are the lyrics to the opening chorus in Parton’s version, followed by Beyoncé’s (all lyrics via Genius):

“Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene
I’m beggin’ of you, please don’t take my man
Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene
Please don’t take him just because you can.”

“Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene
I’m warnin’ you, don’t come for my man (Jolene)
Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene
Don’t take the chance because you think you can.”

The differences here are subtle but represent a significant tonal shift: While Parton’s lyrics are a plea, Beyoncé’s are more of a warning, a demand. Beyoncé doubles down on the assertiveness in a different version of the chorus later in the song:

“Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene
I’m warnin’ you, woman, find you your own man
Jolene, I know I’m a queen, Jolene
I’m still a Creole banjee b*tch from Louisianne (Don’t try me).”

The shift from meagerness to self-confidence is the primary shift throughout the song, like on the first verses of both versions. Here’s Parton’s, then Beyoncé’s:

“Your beauty is beyond compare
With flaming locks of auburn hair
With ivory skin and eyes of emerald green
Your smile is like a breath of spring
Your voice is soft like summer rain
And I cannot compete with you, Jolene.”

“You’re beautiful, beyond compare
Takes more than beauty and seductive stares
To come between a family and a happy man
Jolene, I’m a woman, too
Thе games you play are nothing new
So you don’t want no hеat with me, Jolene
We’ve been deep in love for 20 years
I raised that man, I raised his kids
I know my man better than he knows himself (Yeah, what?)
I can easily understand
Why you’re attracted to my man
But you don’t want this smoke, so shoot your shot with someone else (You heard me).”

So, stated simply, the lyrical difference between the two renditions is that Parton’s is defensive while Beyoncé’s is more on the attack.

Listen to Beyoncé’s version above and Parton’s below.

Beyoncé And Post Malone Rock That Sexy Southern Drip On Their New Collab, ‘Levii’s Jeans’

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Two Texas legends have teamed up in stylish southern fashion. Tonight (March 29), Beyoncé dropped her eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter, which features some festive collaborations. On a steamy song called “Levii’s Jeans,” Bey and Post Malone turn up the heat in their favorite denim garments.

“Levii’s Jeans” is full of sexy metaphors, as Bey sings “Boy, I’ll let you be my Levi’s jeans / So you can hold that ass all day long / Call me your sexy little thing / Snap a picture, bring it on.”

Posty chimes in with some southern twang, ruminating over a long-distance lover, and how they’re going to spend the time together once they reunite.

“Rodeo in your room, that’s you, break zoom, sweet perfect timin’ / Love it when you tease me in them jeans, girl, you don’t need designer / And when that thing gon’ hide your plane, baby girl, you the pilot / And I ram along, I could go on, but I’m goin’ on sight,” sings Posty.

The song arrives as an early contender for song of the summer, and is enough to put the unspoken beef between Dallas and Houston to rest.

You can listen to “Levii’s Jeans” above.

Cowboy Carter is out now via Parkwood and Columbia Records. Find more information here.

Beyoncé And Miley Cyrus Make An Escape As The ‘II Most Wanted’ On Their New Collab

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At long last, a Beyoncé and Miley Cyrus collaboration has come to fruition. Tonight (March 29), Bey dropped her county-influenced eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter, which features a duet with Cyrus called “II Most Wanted.”

On this cinematic ballad, Bey and Miley ruminate on their lovers, romanticizing making an escape, to a land where there are no laws, just love — delivering a country-pop anthem for passenger princesses everywhere.

“I’ll be your shotgun rider ’til the day I die / Smoke out the window flyin’ down the 405 / Yeah, I’ll be your backseat baby, drivin’ you crazy / Anytime you like / Woah, I’ll be your shotgun rider ’til the day I til the day I die,” the two sing on the song’s chorus.

While a Bey and Cyrus collab may sound like a wildcard, both of their voices sync up well, with Cyrus giving Bey’s strong melodies some sweet, sugary harmonies. Over the course, both artists have showcased their versatility and their affinity to explore new sounds. Both the Beyhive and the Smilers have been itching for the two to collab for over a decade, and “II Most Wanted” arrives at just the right time.

You can listen to “II Most Wanted” above.

Cowboy Carter is out now via Parkwood and Columbia Records. Find more information here.

Beyoncé Addressed Career-Long Criticisms On ‘American Requiem,’ The Opening Track To ‘Cowboy Carter’

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With her new album Cowboy Carter, Beyoncé proudly taps into her southern roots, delivering a beautiful collection of country-inspired songs. From the very beginning, Bey sets the scene with “American Requiem,” a gorgeous intro hammering home the foundation of her craft — before anything else, Beyoncé is a Texas girl.

On a particularly memorable verse of the song, Bey addresses criticisms she faced early on in her career, as many noted that she had a strong southern accent. She also recalls being told she didn’t fit into the country landscape — presumably after the release of “Daddy Lessons” from her 2016 album, Lemonade.

“They used to say I spoke, ‘Too country’ / Then the rejection came, said I wasn’t, ‘Country enough’ / Said I wouldn’t saddle up, but / If that ain’t country, tell me, what is? / Tread my bare feet on solid ground for years / They don’t, don’t know how hard I had to fight for this,” she sings.

In an Instagram post from earlier this month, Bey noted that her Cowboy Carter album 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.”

Needless to say, Bey just changed the game.

You can listen to “American Requiem” above.

Cowboy Carter is out now via Parkwood and Columbia Records. Find more information here.

Beyoncé Reimagines Dolly Parton’s ‘Jolene’ As A Warning Message To A Trifling Woman

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On her newest album Cowboy Carter, Beyoncé takes on a country classic. Following much buzz, Cowboy Carter features a new version of Dolly Parton’s iconic anthem, “Jolene.” But this time, the Queen Bey ain’t messing around.

Bey’s version of “Jolene” features some notable lyric chance, warning a trifling woman to stay away from her man.

“Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene / I’m warnin’ you, woman, find you your own man / Jolene, I know I’m a queen, Jolene / I’m still a Creole banjee b*tch from Louisiana,” she sings on the song’s chorus.

On Parton’s version, Parton tells the song’s subject “my happiness depends on you,” but Bey warns this woman that in her book, it’s the other way around.

“I had to have this talk with you / ‘Cause I hate to have to act the fool / Your peace depends on how you move, Jolene,” sings Bey.

On the Cowboy Carter tracklist, this new version of “Jolene” is preceded by an interlude called “Dolly P,” featuring Parton herself, leaving a comforting voicemail to Bey.

“Hey miss Honey B, it’s Dolly P,” says Parton. “You know that hussy with the good hair you sing about? Reminding me of someone I knew back when Except she has flamin’ locks of auburn hair. Bless her heart. Just a hair of a different color but it hurts just the same.”

You can listen to “Dolly P” and Beyoncé’s version of “Jolene” above.

Cowboy Carter is out now via Parkwood and Columbia Records. Find more information here.

Beyoncé Releases Highly-Anticipated “Cowboy Carter” Album

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Beyoncé’s highly anticipated country album, Act 2: Cowboy Carter, has finally hit the airwaves. The anticipation for the project reached a high point yesterday when she dropped off the tracklist. However, the album showcases a diverse array of features and talent. Released tonight (March 29), the album serves unforgettable journey into the heart of country music, with an impressive lineup of collaborators and an abundance of heartfelt tributes. Miley Cyrus and Post Malone made guest appearances to name a few. Cyrus joins Beyoncé on the track “II Most Wanted,” while Malone lends his distinctive vocals to “Levii’s Jeans.” Additionally, country music legends Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson make appearances on the album, contributing to an interlude alongside Linda Martell, the pioneering black female solo artist who made history at the Grand Ole Opry. In addition, Beyoncé’s daughter Rumi Carter joins her for the track “Protector.”

Moreover, one of the standout moments on the album is Beyoncé’s rendition of Parton’s classic hit, “Jolene.” Following Parton’s interlude, Beyoncé’s soulful interpretation of the 1973 track serves as a powerful homage to the country music icon and adds a fresh perspective to the beloved song. The release of Cowboy Carter follows the surprise drop of singles “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages” during the Super Bowl, building anticipation for the full album. Serving as the long-awaited Act II of Beyoncé’s 2022 project, Renaissance, the album represents a culmination of the singer’s exploration into the country genre.

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Moreover, Beyoncé’ recently revealed that her journey to “Cowboy Carter” began five years ago. Furthermore, this revelation was sparked by an incident at the Country Music Association Awards in 2016. Reflecting on her experience, she shared on social media last week that she felt unwelcome in the country music community at the time. However, this experience inspired her to delve deeper into the genre’s rich history, leading to the creation of Cowboy Carter and a newfound appreciation for its musical legacy.

With its diverse lineup of collaborators, heartfelt tributes, and Beyoncé’s unmistakable talent, Cowboy Carter is set to leave a lasting impression on the world of country music. As fans immerse themselves in the album’s captivating melodies and soul-stirring lyrics, they are sure to discover a newfound appreciation for the genre and Beyoncé’s groundbreaking contributions to its evolution. Are you excited to listen to the entire project? Let us know on HNHH which track is your favorite!

Tracklist:
AMERICAN REQUIEM
BLACKBIRD
16 CARRIAGES
PROTECTOR
MY ROSE
SMOKE HOUR WILLIE NELSON
TEXAS HOLD ‘EM
BODYGUARD
DOLLY P
JOLENE
DAUGHTER
SPAGHETTI
ALLIGATOR TEARS
SMOKE HOUR II
JUST FOR FUN
II MOST WANTED
LEVII’S JEANS
FLAMENCO
THE LINDA MARTELL SHOW
YA YA
OH LOUISIANA
DESERT EAGLE
RIVERDANCE
II HANDS II HEAVEN
TYRANT
SWEET HONEY BUCKIN’
AMEN

Read More: Beyoncé To Be Honored With An Innovator Award From iHeartRadio

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Beyoncé And Tanner Adell Link Up For ‘Blackbiird,’ A Reimagining Of A Beatles Classic

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The power of manifestation is real. Tonight (March 29), Beyoncé dropped Cowboy Carter, her eighth studio album. On the album are some pretty promising collaborations, one of them being Tanner Adell — the self-proclaimed “Beyoncé with a lasso.”

The two dueted on a cover of “Blackbird” by The Beatles (stylized as “Blackbiird” on the album’s tracklist). The song’s lyrics are perfectly fitting for the timing of this collab, as Bey and Adell sing “All your life, you were only waiting / For this moment to arise.”

Adell has long cited Beyoncé as one of her biggest inspirations. Last year, in an interview with Country Now, Adell said a collaboration with Bey would be her dream.

“I really love Beyoncé, so I would love to do a big Beyoncé country moment with dance,” Adell said. “Obviously, I dance too, so I would be over the moon doing something with her.”

Even before the reveal of the collaboration, Adell began dropping hints about the collab as early as Super Bowl Sunday, when Bey released “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages.”

“As one of the only black girls in country music scene, i hope Bey decides to sprinkle me with a dash of her magic for a collab,” said Adell in a tweet, likely having already recorded the song.

Little did we know, the two would soon rock our world.

You can listen to “Blackbiird” above.

Cowboy Carter is out now via Parkwood and Columbia. Find more information here.

Artists Fans Wanted To See On Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter”

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Beyoncé is finally about to release her long-awaited eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter, and fans have already begun digging through the tracklist to choose their favorite sonic expressions. The album touts a staggering 26 tracks, with features such as Miley Cyrus, Post Malone, Willie Nelson, and several rising Black country stars. Still, a few notable performers are missing, who would surely have pleased fans far and wide. Since Cowboy Carter was announced, the BeyHive has been in a frenzy to debate and discover which of their favorite artists are on the genre-blending project. Here are a few artists who are absent from the album that fans would surely have enjoyed.

5. Lil Nas X

This one is a bit of a long shot, but if anyone knows about crossing pop-rap and country tunes together in one harmonious swing, it’s Lil Nas X. The 24-year-old rapper has made no secret of his love for Beyoncé and a crossover event between the pair would have made for a perfect viral event. Lil Nas recently tweeted, “Beyoncé finna make me put my cowboy hat back on,” following the announcement of Cowboy Carter, prompting some fans to presume the pair had been in the studio together cooking up country-style jams. Unfortunately, it seems that Lil Nas X made this statement just from a fan perspective. Still, if there were an artist to demonstrate the value of a remix, it would be Lil Nas X, so fans can still hold out hope that the “Old Town Road” rapper will appear on a Beyoncé track eventually.

4. Megan Thee Stallion

Beyoncé and Megan Thee Stallion are two iconic contemporaries who represent the finest artistry that Houston has to offer. The pair previously collaborated on Meg’s “Savage” remix, with Beyoncé specifically bringing some country flare to the rap record in lyrics like “I say left cheek, right cheek, drop it low, then swang / Texas up in this thang / Put you up on this game / Ivy Park on my frame, gang gang gang gang.” The pair have reunited on stage as recently as September 2023 to perform the chart-topping remix together, leading fans to hope they had been in the studio working on more new tunes for Cowboy Carter.

3. Taylor Swift

While Taylor Swift has moved away from her country roots in recent years, the global superstar is still beloved by many country listeners. Taylor Swift and Beyoncé are two of the world’s most massive artists, each touting an incredible catalog and a base of ravenous, dedicated fans. While the pair may be too busy to combine their star power, it certainly would have been a massive moment for Taylor Swift to appear on Cowboy Carter. Unfortunately, it looks like the Swifties and the BeyHive will be battling it out for who has the bigger and better album this year instead of joining forces to celebrate the biggest cross-genre collab in recent memory.

2. Jay-Z

While Jay-Z is not particularly known for producing hits within the country genre, fans would definitely have appreciated a feature on Cowboy Carter. The hip hop icon has been with Beyoncé for over 20 years, spanning a long history of chart-topping collaborations on records such as “Crazy In Love,” “03′ Bonnie & Clyde,” “Lift Off,” and “Family Feud.” Despite Jay-Z not laying vocals on the new album, his fingerprints are likely all over the project behind the scenes. After all, the album does advertise the 54-year-old’s namesake right in its title.

1. Kendrick Lamar

Kendrick Lamar seemed like an easy choice to drop a feature verse on Cowboy Carter, especially after the PGLang rapper has repeatedly referenced the Compton Cowboys and dubbed himself Cowboy Kenny in recent tracks such as “The Hillbillies” with Baby Keem. Kendrick has also recently taken to rocking cowboy boots and cowboy hats in music videos and concert stops, making him an ideal candidate for crossing over into the country genre. Furthermore, Kendrick recently collaborated with Beyoncé on her 2023 record “America Has A Problem (Remix).” The track serves as the third collaboration between the pair and sees Kendrick referring to himself as an honorary member of the BeyHive.

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