Luke Bryan recently shared his thoughts on Beyoncé’s snub by the Country Music Association (CMA) for her album “Cowboy Carter” during an interview on SiriusXM’s “Andy Cohen Live” radio show. Despite recognizing that Beyoncé has a strong fan base and made history with her country album, Bryan found it difficult to explain why she did not receive any nominations from the CMA.
“Cowboy Carter” saw Beyoncé become the first black woman to top both the country albums and singles charts. The album included collaborations with legendary country artists and African-American country musicians. Bryan acknowledged that great music is often overlooked by award shows and believes it ultimately depends on what the voting body of the Country Music Association considers worthy of recognition.
While Bryan expressed support for artists exploring different genres, he suggested that to be recognized by the country music community, it helps to fully immerse oneself in the culture. He mentioned that Beyoncé could have benefited from engaging more with the country music world and attending award shows to feel like a part of the family.
Dolly Parton and Shaboozey also chimed in on the topic of Beyoncé’s CMA snub, offering their perspectives on the matter. Parton defended the CMAs, suggesting that the decision might not have been intentional and that the association wanted to make sure long-time country artists were not left out. Shaboozey, who received CMA nominations, thanked Beyoncé for bringing attention to innovative country music through her album.
Overall, the country music community has shown mixed responses to Beyoncé’s venture into the genre. While some, like Luke Bryan, appreciate her willingness to try new things, others have expressed a desire for more involvement and engagement to truly embrace the country music culture. Despite not receiving CMA nominations, Beyoncé’s contributions to the genre have sparked important conversations and highlighted the diversity of talent within the country music scene.
