Beyoncé’s acclaimed album “Cowboy Carter” continues to make waves as she brings the 27-track project to life on her tour, earning nominations at the 2025 BET Awards. The 25th BET Awards revealed its nominees for the upcoming show, set to take place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on June 9. Beyoncé’s groundbreaking album has been recognized with a nomination for Album of the Year, showcasing her genre-defying artistry. Leading the pack with 10 nominations is Kendrick Lamar, while Beyoncé’s empowering song “Blackbiird,” featuring Tanner Adell, Brittney Spencer, Tiera Kennedy, and Reyna Roberts, is in the running for the BETHer Award. This cover of The Beatles’ “Blackbird,” inspired by the Civil Rights Movement, highlights songs that uplift and empower women. Blue Ivy-Carter, Beyoncé’s talented 13-year-old daughter, has also been nominated for the Young Stars Award for the second consecutive year.
Beyoncé’s journey with the “Cowboy Carter” album began in March 2024, marking her first foray into country music. The record-breaking album features collaborations with country legends and emerging Black country artists, earning Beyoncé the distinction of being the first Black woman to win Best Country Album at the 2025 Grammys, along with Album of the Year. Reflecting on the project’s creation, Beyoncé shared her motivation to challenge boundaries and blend genres following past experiences of exclusion in the country music genre.
Despite facing snubs at industry award shows like the 2024 CMAs and 2025 ACMs, Beyoncé remains focused on her transformative “Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin’ Circuit Tour.” The tour, which kicked off on April 28 in Los Angeles, features a diverse setlist of 39 songs and combines elements of fashion, various music genres, and poignant political messages. Beyoncé’s tour, spanning nine cities across the U.S. and Europe, will culminate in a historic finale in Las Vegas on July 26, where she is set to make history by performing the most shows at SoFi Stadium. Stay updated on Beyoncé’s journey by following Caché McClay, the USA TODAY Network’s Beyoncé Knowles-Carter reporter, on Instagram, TikTok, and X under @cachemcclay.
