Over the past few years, the rise of questioning country music’s diversity has been significantly influenced by artists like Beyoncé through her groundbreaking work with Cowboy Carter. This chapter in her career has not only showcased her versatility as an artist but has also amplified the visibility of Black culture within a genre historically dominated by white musicians. While Beyoncé’s impact has brought renewed attention to the country wave, it is essential to recognize that Black involvement in American cowboy culture runs deep, dating back centuries.

Black cowboys have been an integral part of the American Western culture, and despite their contributions often being overlooked or marginalized in mainstream narratives, these men and women played vital roles in shaping the culture. F

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