Once more, “Texas Hold ‘Em” by Beyoncé has made history. The country single debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hоt 100 on February 26, making Beyoncé the first African American woman to achieve this feat with a country composition.

The country track was introduced by the vocalist in conjunction with “16 Carriages” on the eve of the 2024 Suρer Bowl. It is Beyoncé’s thirteenth overall and ninth as a solo artist to reach No. 1 on the Hоt 100. In its second week, “Texas Hold ‘Em” achieved the highest position with 29 million streams and 29,000 downloads. In contrast, “16 Carriages” has achieved a commendable highest position at No. 38.

The “Beyhive” rushed to exhort the singer on her most recent achievement, which occurred less than a week after she topped the Hоt Country Songs chart as the first African American female artist in history to do so.

“After 27 years in the industry, she continues to accomplish firsts,” one supporter wrote on X (previously Twitter). “Beyoncé continues to create history. “Congratulations to the most extraordinary talent of our time,” remarked another.

An Unfinished Album Is Pending

“16 Carriages” and “Texas Hold ‘Em” are the initial two tracks from Beyoncé’s imminent country album, which will be released on March 29. The Grammy winner had previously verified that her 2022 album Renaissance was the initial installment of a “three-act project,” which reignited longstanding fan speculation regarding the release of a country album.

As a result of Beyoncé’s foray into the genre, the Oklahoma country radio station KYKC was accused by fans of declining to air “Texas Hold ‘Em” following its initial airing. Subsequently, the station issued a statement in which it claimed to have “not physically obtained” the recording at the moment, further stating, “We now do.” “Enjoy it.”

Dolly Parton, a country music superstar who recently expressed interest in collaborating with Beyoncé on a duet, endorsed the performer. Parton congratulated Beyoncé on her triumph on the country charts via Instagram: “As a huge Beyoncé admirer, I am ecstatic that she has released a country album. So, congratulations on your No. 1 single on the Billboard Hоt Country Charts. Anticipating hearing the entire album! Esteemed Dolly.”