Dolly Parton took to Instagram to praise Beyoncé’s cover of her classic hit “Jolene” on Friday, following the release of Beyoncé’s highly anticipated country album “Cowboy Carter.” Parton expressed her admiration for Beyoncé’s rendition of the 1973 song, saying, “Wow, I just heard Jolene. Beyoncé is giving that girl some trouble and she deserves it!” Parton, who is featured on an interlude introducing Beyoncé’s version of “Jolene,” had previously hinted that the song could appear on the album and expressed her love for Beyoncé, calling her “a beautiful girl and a great singer.”
Multiple artists featured on “Cowboy Carter” also shared their gratitude and praise for Beyoncé on social media. Miley Cyrus, who appears on the track “II Most Wanted,” thanked everyone who worked on the song and expressed her deep admiration for Beyoncé, saying, “My admiration runs so much deeper now that I’ve created alongside her.” Post Malone, who appears on “Levii’s Jeans,” congratulated Beyoncé on the album, calling it “beautiful.” Tanner Adell, a country music singer-songwriter featured on the song “Blackbiird,” posted a video of herself crying at a Beyoncé show and expressed her thanks to Beyoncé.
Tiera Kennedy, another artist featured on “Blackbiird” and “Tyrant,” shared her gratitude on social media, thanking Beyoncé “for shining your light.” Reyna Roberts, also featured on the tracks “Blackbiird” and “Tyrant,” revealed that Beyoncé had always been her biggest inspiration and expressed her gratitude for the opportunity. Raye, a British singer-songwriter who co-wrote the track “Riiverdance,” described it as an honor to contribute to Beyoncé’s album and said Beyoncé continues to inspire all of them.
Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” album quickly climbed the charts, reaching the number 2 spot on Apple Music’s top albums chart just hours after its release. The album, which is a 27-track record and the second installment to Beyoncé’s 2022 album “Renaissance,” features a mix of country and pop sounds. Beyoncé announced the new record weeks ago during a Super Bowl advertisement for Verizon and released two singles, “16 Carriages” and “Texas Hold ‘Em,” both of which topped country music charts. Beyoncé made history as the first Black woman with a number one single on the Hot Country Songs chart, marking a significant achievement in her career.
Beyoncé’s journey with country music has been met with praise and support from fans across the country. Despite facing initial challenges in the genre, Beyoncé’s dedicated fanbase, including many from southern states, eagerly awaited her “Renaissance” world tour tickets. Beyoncé’s commitment to breaking barriers and pushing boundaries in music has resonated with fans and fellow artists, who continue to show their appreciation for her artistry and talent. Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” album is a testament to her creativity and dedication to her craft, solidifying her status as a trailblazer in the music industry.
