Beyoncรฉ has secured an impressive 12 nominations for the upcoming 2024 People’s Choice Country Awards, making her one of the top contenders this year. Her latest album, Cowboy Carter, has propelled her into the country music spotlight, tying her with country star Zach Bryan for the most nominations.
The Crazy In Love singer, now 42, has received two nominations for Female Song of the Year, thanks to her singles “16 Carriages” and “Texas Hold ‘Em.” Additionally, she’s been recognized in the Cover Song category for her renditions of The Beatles’ “Blackbird” and Dolly Parton’s “Jolene.” Beyoncรฉ is also competing against artists like Dolly Parton and Kacey Musgraves in the Female Artist category.
Beyoncรฉ’s nominations extend further with nods for People’s Artist and Social Country Star. “Texas Hold ‘Em” is up for Song of the Year, while “BLACKBIRD” has been nominated for Collaboration Song of the Year. Her duet with Miley Cyrus, “II Most Wanted,” is in the running for Crossover Song of the Year, and “16 Carriages” has been nominated for Storyteller Song of the Year.
Despite facing criticism for her transition into country music, particularly from rapper Azealia Banks, Beyoncรฉ remains undeterred. An insider mentioned that she is committed to highlighting the contributions African-Americans have made to the country music genre.
Banks was quick to criticize Beyoncรฉ after the album’s announcement, labeling her move into country music as “narcissistic” and predicting she would face backlash.
Hosted by Shania Twain, the 2024 People’s Choice Country Awards will be broadcast live from Nashville, Tennessee, on September 26. Twain expressed her excitement, stating, “Country has some of the most passionate fans in music, and us artists are so lucky to be supported in doing what we love. I am honored to host an award show that celebrates these awesome fans.”
