Beyoncé continues to break barriers in the music industry with her latest accomplishment. Her country music album, “Cowboy Carter,” has debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart. According to reports from Billboard and Luminate. This marks Beyoncé’s eighth No. 1 debut on the Billboard 200, and it’s a significant milestone for her career.
“I think people are going to be surprised because I don’t think this music is what everyone expects, but it’s the best music I’ve ever made.”
Beyoncé
Cowboy Carter – A Record-Breaking Debut
“Cowboy Carter” made a splash upon its release on March 29, earning 407,000 equivalent album units in the United States for the week ending April 4. Not only is this Beyoncé’s biggest week since her album “Lemonade” debuted in May 2016, but it’s also the largest week for any album so far in 2024.
Dominance on Billboard Charts
In addition to its No. 1 debut on the Billboard 200, “Cowboy Carter” also topped several other Billboard charts, including Top Country Albums, Americana/Folk Albums, and Top Album Sales. Notably, Beyoncé has become the first Black woman ever to top the Top Country Albums list, a significant achievement in the history of the genre.
This isn’t the first time Beyoncé has made history in the country music genre. In February, her single “Texas Hold ‘Em” debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. Making her the first Black woman to achieve this feat. With “Cowboy Carter,” Beyoncé keep solidifying her position as a trailblazer in the music industry.
“Cowboy Carter” features collaborations with notable artists such as Jon Batiste, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, and more. The album’s success further cements Beyoncé’s status as one of the most influential and versatile musicians of our time.
Continued Success
With “Cowboy Carter” adding to her list of chart-topping albums, Beyoncé’s legacy in the music industry continues to grow. This latest achievement underscores her enduring impact and relevance in the ever-evolving landscape of music.
Beyoncé’s previous No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200 include Dangerously in Love (2003), B’Day (2006), I Am… Sasha Fierce (2008), 4 (2011), Beyoncé (2013), Lemonade (2016), and Renaissance (2022).