If Beyonce Teaches You ANYTHING , Let It Be This...

[@hellostephco84]

The response in the comments so far is...interesting. If you don't like Beyonce, maybe don't watch this one.

[@queezy2001]

When it comes to Beyonce, there seems to be such an INTENSE hatred and I really dont understand it. I want people to state exactly what they feel makes Beyonce so underserving of the praises thats shes getting. It low keys gives "hater" energy.

[@camceph]

😂😂😂

[@noeltimberlake165]

She's not my fav but I'll stay to support the channel.

[@Blaquebarbgamer]

Right…some of these comments are bitter af 🥲.

[@withexpectancy5818]

People can be very very immature.

[@alicia_nicole]

At this point Beyonce just out here having fun experimenting. I'm just patiently waiting for Rock n Roll Bey!!

[@kismetcreativity8481]

Alt rock Bey, smooth jazz Bey, yodeling Bey, heavy metal Bey, she's going to have an album in every genre the way she works 😂

[@nancykerrigan]

​@@kismetcreativity8481 can't wait for her to release a true rap album. With no help from Jay-Z. 😂

[@themalawiandiner180]

After the rock n roll album, she should do a Reggae album.

[@SamanthaYelena]

Well you know Tina Turner was her idol. We may not be far from it.

[@glasstablegcrls]

after hearing don’t hurt urself i was like “ WHERES ROCKSTAR B @??”

[@noeland8129]

Honestly something about 16 carriages made me feel a bit spiritual again/inspired. I havent felt that in a while

[@Blaquebarbgamer]

Yes!!

[@becky5937]

Yes!!! I had it on repeat.

[@hubbthepoet612]

It’s a spell

[@newflower8974]

@@hubbthepoet612 👀

[@JayKennedy101]

It was the organ in the background lol gives that black churchy feel 😇

[@klsoaps2209]

Love her or jump on the hate train but the one thing about her is her artistry is incomparable. She is brave enough not to get stuck in one genre or one style just because it has worked for her in the past, just because that’s what the fans like. I love that she goes outside the boundaries ppl have set in their minds for her. Beyonce has nothing to prove to any one and that’s why she continues to evolve. Ppl having an intense dislike or hatred for a woman they don’t even know or know anything about personally is always weird to me. Appreciate her as an artist or don’t but don’t try to discredit all the hard work and excellence that she puts into every project she puts out.

[@sjevents14]

I wrote something very similar! I wouldn't say I'm a beyhive lol but I enjoy her work. The intense hatred is just so strange! Just don't listen to her music or click watch on a video that clearly has her on the thumbnail lol

[@757Princess]

Yes!! Her album 3 did have the mega hit Love on Top but even that was a risky track. She seems much more comfortable in that era

[@SideEyeee_]

Artistry ? Her songs are toxic and repetitive.

[@TheSomethingnew1]

See you get it. Azealia Banks tried to say that country HAS to be theatrical and that Bey sounds forced, then praised K Michelle. If anything K sounds inauthentic because we know how she talks and sings and it’s not with a fake southern accent like cshe’s been doing. Country can be soulful and that’s how Bey’s will sound.

[@bee_bee75240]

@@SideEyeee_To you. Every artist appeals to a certain group of people if they like what is being said. I can say Taylor Swifts music is repetitive but I simply don’t connect with it. But I love it for those who do.

[@starrgazer9]

Idk how to say this... but when it comes to black people doing country, I love when the artist has soul and doesn't just sound like a stereotypical country person, you know... the "yee-haw, darn tootin" type. That's why I gravitate towards singers like Yola and Brittney Spencer. They have an authentic voice. My thing with K. Michelle is she uses autotune and I can't stand autotune in country music. So to me, it matters a lot that Beyoncé is doing this because it will be unapologetically black and nobody can do anything about it. She's working with the likes of Rhiannon Giddens and Raphael Saadiq for crying out loud.

[@Sammy-nj3io]

Thanks for the recommendations, I don't listen to country but checked them out and they are great.

[@starrgazer9]

@@Sammy-nj3io My pleasure, I'm glad you like them!

[@alicia_nicole]

I don't even know why K Michelle uses autotune that girl can blow on her own.

[@starrgazer9]

@@alicia_nicole Right. She once made a tweet mocking people for thinking they can sing using autotune. T-Pain showed how much it can detract from a great natural voice. She must think it suits her, but I can't see how.

[@alicia_nicole]

@starrgazer9 I mean it goes along with her brand. She keeps getting plastic surgeries too. A few years ago she was on a dating reality TV show talmbout how she bought a new kat. 🙄 I think she is deeply insecure. She was beautiful before the surgeries and she can sing circles around these r&b girls but I hope she figures it out one day

[@florakoller4629]

what I love about her is that she always reinvents herself. Every album is so so different and I love that about her

[@YoliOlivia]

Country music, Country living is inherently Black American culture. The original cowboys are Black. I’m excited.

[@2good2leaveunow]

She is going back to her roots. Many of us share those roots. If we were not born in the south, our parents were and we are more than familiar with the genre.❤

[@SamanthaYelena]

Exactly

[@freetruth123]

Yes! In her roots are the creators of the genre! I agree we are more than familiar!

[@hellostephco84]

Because I was rushing, I didn't comment here on the more intricate realities of her chosen aesthetic (big blonde hair, completely dropping...at least visually...any association with the "Pro Black" imagery she's had the last few years) and how this aesthetic might affect the way her new era is accepted by the Country music establishment. Is she attempting to completely assimilate? Or is this a "trojan horse" type of method? Yes, so I didn't comment on that in the video, but you all can! In the comments! Right now lol! I want to know how we feel about this!

[@SimpleeKomplex]

The latter. I think it's her version of a Dolly Parton costume.

[@hellostephco84]

@@SimpleeKomplex Interesting. I agree.

[@jinaolen786]

I'm struck by how I can't tell if she's gained weight or gotten a lot of cosmetic enhancement recently, or both? I wish it didn't look like she's trying so hard to assimilate, but who am I to judge how she presents herself? Edited to say: I'm validated to see that I'm not the only one that sees how much lighter her skin is... That's the most distressing aspect of her visual change imo

[@orlock20]

@@SimpleeKomplex Etta James either dyed her hair blonde or wore blonde wigs.

[@alicia_nicole]

Now yall know this is a Trojan horse!

[@ROYAL12366]

Well, I don’t have a problem. It’s music and I enjoy it. I don’t necessarily care to make artists more than that. Enjoy the art, if your work has meaning, great! If you’re just creating good music, great! You don’t have to be one thing for me! It’s refreshing actually. Black ppl are in RnB , hip hop and rap. It’s nice to get something different from someone big!

[@KambreaD]

This is one of the best videos I have seen on this topic. Perfectly articulated and fully on point. Beyonce is the best of the best and yet and still she has not won album of the year (or any of the other top catgories) and is consistently awarded essentially the same Grammies over and over again. I love how she continues to push through regardless and move the needle (said that on purpose) culturally in ways that are so relevant and important. Whether you're a fan of hers or not there is no denying the multi faceted talent and the need to have conversations about breaking barriers, whether the deserves awards are received or not.

[@individualm6712]

Thank you for reminding us of who we are as black folk. We NEVER competed. I no longer care what 'they' recognize. We need to take ourselves back.

[@JoyEmpress]

Yes! I get so tired of this narrative of "we need to prove to these people that we are meant to be in this space" "that 'black' people can do this too" bullshit. No we don't, we just do the damn thang and keep it moving

[@taracat7723]

I love 16 Carriages..the song gives me chills.

[@ad2094]

When act i came out, people were already speculating that act ii would be country and act iii would be rock n roll! So excited for that as well. I was just watching herby revolus talk about this and he mentioned how she at the end of all this, she might have a number 1 album in most pockets (I mean genres) and they're all such great projects in their own right. The artist that gave us dangerously in love also did bow down and already and rocket and alien superstar and sixteen carriages. The versatility! I dont think her making more albums is about the grammys even though she wants that grammy. And we need to remember its also helpful to the people she works with to keep submitting the projects for nominations at least. I hope she works with Priscilla Renea (Muni Long) because if youve ever listened to Family Tree??? Wow.

[@taylorrenee9325]

Yesss see many didn’t even realize that was the same person! But muni country music is amazing ! It didn’t blow her up though which is why she crossed over BUT now that bey has entered the chat she’s back to posting her country music!! I hope bey continues to act as inspiration that if I can you can and also by shinning light on so many talented black country artist !

[@elleobi]

This format is fine. Please do this more often if it means you can bring the pithy insights without (or with less) stress. You had me lol'ing with that anecdote about the poem 😂😂😂😂

[@StephHester]

This.

[@Wonderer888]

“ If you keep comparison in your mind, you’ll continue to only try and do things that those you’re compared to are doing so that you can be seen as valid.” Ooofph these words right here spoke to me. 8:49

[@angel2641]

As a fellow creative I admire Beyoncé so much. This woman is incredible. A Genius in her own right. God bless her and god bless my Black brothers and sisters who have created so many beautiful things (music, art, fashion, etc.) out of so much pain. Always pouring your soul into everything you do. 💙

[@THEDOORIZCLOSED]

She uses writing camps tho😬

[@veronicawhitfield6008]

I’m not even into country and I skip over Daddy Lessons every time. But to see someone who could rest on their accolades keep evolving her sound and trying new things is inspiring. This woman is always trying to top herself and she’s her only competition, that’s the lesson. To keep evolving, growing, working to be your best self and lean into your passion as much as possible.

[@daniellezedomi1784]

It truly is inspiring👏🏾👏🏾

[@Sammy-nj3io]

I like how she is constantly moving with how she feels instead of what's expected of her. While its not new for artists to switch genres or styles, B does it well. I am not a diehard fan but I recognize her talent.

[@tristanjackson8736]

This right here!!!! You are literally in my head!! So excited for Act 2. One of the few entertainers left still creating moments in music. So refreshing at a time like this with everything going on in our country and around the world.

[@brittanywashington5194]

I''ve been waiting for this era of Beyonce since Daddy Lessons. If you haven't seen her performing that song with The Chicks, I highly recommend it because she definitely ruffled some feathers. I wasn't the biggest Beyonce fan, until Beychella. That woman's work ethic, stage presence and performance skills cannot be denied. She is one of the greatest living performers, the hate that she receives is ridiculous and they keep moving the goal post with finding reasons not to like her. There's nothing overrated about her, the same can't be said about her peers though, many who can't even sing, dance, have zero artistry, and don't get involved in politics either. Go look up the work her charity BeGood has done and then reflect on what you're doing with your life and channel that energy to do something positive. Having hate for this woman is mad weird and pathetic.

[@Iamjustherek]

The fact that she brought The Chicks onto the CMA stage after they had been positively blacklisted for speaking the TRUTH was EVERYTHING.

[@Whitney_117]

I absolutely LOVE everything you had to say love. You, to me anyways were so on point with what Bey is doing and also what we should be doing as well as individuals in life! Thank you, I needed this! ❤

[@thebarefootfairy]

Also, with each new sound that she explores it opens more doors for black women/ppl who’ve held their breath, so to speak for so long waiting to be acknowledged in that space. Think big freda with this recent house/bounce collab on vol 1

[@carlosevelillab4120]

For me, Beyoncé captures her entire life with a lot of feeling in this song. Throughout her career and personal life she put all her effort and fight. She has kept quiet about many things and continued to have the best attitude. beautiful song 16 carriages not only her voice but the melody.

[@katewhite536]

Preach!!! I love this so much and couldnt agree more. Thanks for posting.

[@MissMoneMonique]

I love this video and her! You were so on point with the lessons! I’m so ready for this new Act! 🤎

[@mothernaturesapothecary]

I’m not a huge Beyoncé fan but I do appreciate what a powerhouse performer she is. You don’t have to like her but you do have to respect her artistry and hard work.

[@Nitabita_]

I love this. Not being a fan is okay. I find a lot of people won’t acknowledge the artistry, but I appreciate those of you who recognize her body of work regardless of your personal opinion or preference. I so much respect for that.

[@Marc-King777]

@@Nitabita_ When are Beyonce and her fans gone recognize the artistry of the people she steals music and video concepts from? Huh? Tell me.

[@drecool85]

I love your eloquence & how you articulate. Subscribing just for that!

[@MizoletteTV]

I may be a bit biased because I’m black and I also love Beyoncé lol. She’s been my favorite since 1998. Anyway, black people have ALWAYS set the standard. We are the blueprint in almost everything. Beyoncé knows that. She just wants to make it crystal clear to everybody.

[@69avenue]

Adele even said with her own mouth during the acceptance speech for HER Album of the year that beyonce deserved it.

[@amarjotsingh8455]

beyonce doesnt write her songs so she will never win AOTY, ppl need to drop it

[@rutho.6282]

@@amarjotsingh8455ohhh is that why?

[@amarjotsingh8455]

the music industry values WRITING and beyonce doesnt write so she'll never win.. @@rutho.6282

[@sarah2172]

@@rutho.6282 no, MANY winners havent written their own songs or collabed like beyonce does. This person is spreading lies. The voting committee came out and said they straight up dont like beyoncce (some of them anonymously ofc)

[@amarjotsingh8455]

@@sarah2172 plz Beyoncé has gotten into numerous fights with ppl for stealing writing credits (neyo, SIA) even Mathew Knowles said they laid about writing to make them seem more marketable. Beyoncé has a limited vocabulary and isn’t educated. She can barely talk with a teleprompter, let alone write a song on her own. She has writing camps with 40+ writers. Beyoncé has won other Grammies where it isn’t about writing like “best rnb performance” but AOTY is about writing and Beyoncé can’t do that

[@LemondsEqualsLemonade24]

Great analysis! Continue moving forward and don't look backwards for comparison: the greatest competition is yourself ❤

[@sjevents14]

Great video Steph, and never hesitate to give yourself a break sometimes! I'm basically only commenting because of all the contrarians in the comments 😆 and wanted to spread some positivity. I became a solid fan after Beychella because I could no longer ignore her work ethic and respect for her craft! She's in a league of her own and of course we'll see nonsensical comparisons and calls for her to be a one woman United Nations lol, but she just does what she does best - creates. I love the entire Renaissance project because I think it's so well thought out (I work in marketing so I LOVE the roll outs), it's daring, and she's not afraid to experiment with new genres the same way any other artist experiments with a new medium. One thing she's going to do is challenge the conventional identity of "who is Beyonce" and love her or hate her, she won't stop growing into her fullest potential and I'm here for it. Now I'm off to a line dancing class...gotta get ready for act ii 🤠🤣

[@NajaRants]

True definition of moving in silence..whether you like her or not

[@JustCallMeJaph]

I've been waiting for a full-on country album from Beyoncé since the I Am side of I Am...Sasha Fierce. I got excited again after Daddy Lessons on Lemonade. So, the fact that Act II will be Country is *chef's kiss.

[@apinkheel]

Beehaw 🤠 I'm here for the Beyonce country era 💅

[@CallHerTJ]

It’s 7:30am where I’m at and I’m headed to work. I needed to hear this video, thank you Steph ❣️

[@JimmyleeWilcox]

Thank you for all that you do and for the education that you brought in this video I really think Beyonce's intention is to bring people together and bring a heightened awareness of black people's place in American history

[@WantaFanta1]

I love this bold and smart way Beyonce is leaving her mark in all the things she does.

[@smilesallround]

I hope Bey has a collab w Mickey Guyton on the album! ❤🙌🏿

[@elegantlady8312]

She is definitely coming for “their” awards! CMA’s… watch out 😂

[@caroliinebinns7304]

It’s like Beyoncé and Taylor are waving at one another travelling in different directions on a train. Taylor started out as a country artist and is now firmly rooted in pop music and now Bey is experimenting or experiencing country music. She’s not in a box, she may have also grown up on it in her own family, as I did!! Every Sunday morning all the old country greats of the time. I remember the question about comparison was asked to Usher in relation to Justin Timberlake. Usher’s answer was “ there is no competition” Also another point is Madonna was able to swap and change according to trends and her creativity. So there you go! I’m not a Beyoncé fan by the way! 💜

[@FrankJones-v9s]

Congratulations Beyonce you’re the Queen of the music industry be prepared for all the jealous haters who feel you’re a threat to them Beyonce you’re definitely UNIQUE UNBELIEVABLE. I ❤ your new music you’re a winner

[@lauren6509]

I'm excited for this era 💖

[@mmps18]

I loved 'Daddy Lessons' so love her 2 new tracks! She sounds great doing country and I love the creative risks her and her team take to branch out into genres previously unexplored. I hope she does a metal or punk album sometime!

[@tishataray]

I like the way she appreciates her journey

[@marlenaganache]

Exactly. Comparing her to another artist 10 years her junior, in a totally different music genre, with a totally different audience-is incompetent on the medias part. Compare her to her peers!

[@HopeAndrea_HFG]

This genre really fits her. I'm excited for the album.

[@ericmcdavis8969]

this was so motivational.

[@Discrete1998]

Tbh, I’ve never loved more than 2 or 3 songs off one of her albums. Sooo, not getting album of the year doesn’t surprise me personally. Lemonade would be the only time because of how popular it was outside of her die hard fans.

[@Ms.Yana83]

I love Beyoncé. I’m not a big country music fan outside of the Dixie chicks but if anyone can make me a fan it’s Queen B. I still have my rhinestone boots from the Renaissance tour. At least I know I’ll hopefully get another wear out of them if/when she goes on tour again.

[@epd0126]

ok girl you are spot on with this video your perception is keen!!

[@johncarter5707]

Girl you better pull YOUR country music catalog out!!!

[@tamarastuart9904]

This video is fantastic! Don't discount the simple ones💚💚💚

[@shirlandsealy3506]

Beyonce is evolving, exploring, reinventing. Taylor is rinse and repeat no reinventing or going outside the box

[@THEDOORIZCLOSED]

Y’all hate her so much but shes literally the white version of Beyonce. Taylor has reinvented herself probably more times than Beyonce has

[@BigCrossVita]

That red wine don't be playing.

[@Psychehealthymindhub]

Love these two songs and looking forward to the album💞🙌

[@brendamckenzie5826]

Great sister talk I love her sprite and strength living a private life does that I learn something today when people stop taking about you, you don't matter I getting to love it

[@nadege1102]

This is discriminatory pure and simple. Beyoncé deserves album of the year ten times over and the Grammys know it. Someone said that the world loves humbling black women and unfortunately this is across all industries from the music to the corporate world. Hence the need to set our own metrics and standards because it’s unjust to live in a world as a person of colour when the standard is set by people who view you as inferior no matter what you do. Honestly Beyonce music is too complex and rich for the Gramms to understand 😂 Adele and Taylor songs are very generic and déjà vu so easier to get for most people. Beyoncé doesn’t need their awards, she’s above that 🎉

[@distinctlydri2831]

Taylor has only made it to the levels she has because she’s of the majority.

[@Mhayzey]

Well said. As well, the American Music Industry seems to have an affinity for mediocre talent, especially if they’re White and foreign. It was nauseating that the relatively unknown person who won Album of the Year last year and whose music would likely put many in a trance, walked away with that trophy.

[@757Princess]

Hear me out, the Grammys was not created for black people. It was created to celebrate white musical talents and ever so often there are others there and they are occasionally celebrated. Why give the Grammys that much credit? To me, the outrage is strange. I wish the Soul Train awards was treated like the Grammys. Tony Braxton said that award meant the most to her because it was from her community.

[@WeShareTheSameAffliction]

Uh no, Beyonce does not deserve album of the year.

[@anafox421]

@@WeShareTheSameAfflictionactually she does. You can find the nominees scores for past album of the year nominations . TWICE , Beyonce exceeded all requirements AND out scored ALL others nominees ( lemonade and self titled ) and both times even though she was the highest scorer and won , they still chose someone else simply just because .

[@antoniomorales5533]

Such a great video, thank you for talking about this!!

[@goldn_k]

I loved💓taylor in her true country era, still listen to that music today. However, she does not compare to beyonce 👑

[@sunflowerlady2057]

These are good lessons, thanks for the video ❤

[@skyexmonique]

I think the difference between Beyoncé not publicly speaking out and the other woman who you are referring to is, Beyoncé has a husband and peers who SEE the clear mistreatment and will SPEAK out on it for her. The other doesn't, people see it and remain silent (or perhaps they speak on it privately) which is why in my opinion she HAS to advocate and speak up for herself. Beyoncé doesn't need to cos people will fight the fight for her.

[@avona14]

I am ready! Yeehaw!! 🤠 😁🙌🏾

[@victoriaj1908]

Great video! I’m so excited because I love country music (old country that was more bluesy). I can’t wait for the album.

[@THEDOORIZCLOSED]

Yes old country blues. Folk is good too. To me folk is better than country

[@markigirl2757]

Righttt I only like old blue music I can’t stand the current things white folks are making in the mainstream country 😅

[@MsLiberianLady]

I enjoyed your commentary..u have so many different experiences that add layers to your opinion pieces ..I may be open to this side of Beyoncé just give me a little time lol

[@NokthulaMadondo]

That explains the cowboy look at the Grammys. I was like😮

[@anneegmw]

I agree with &0% of what you said. I agree that country music is segregated and that Beyoncé is blazing a trail. What I don’t agree with is that her never winning album of the year is a slight against her. We do not know the reason, or rather cannot prove the reason, she never won this particular title and cannot demand it. To demand it and openly criticize something that is a gift is tacky, particularly when so many other gifts were given. People are allowed to have different opinions on which album receives that title, but the fact that she won so many other awards shows that she is respected and acknowledged. A lot of these awards are given based on the taste of the board/academy. I’m just glad she’s expanding her offerings.

[@theoptimalfinale5863]

Love the way you broke this all down! 🙂👌

[@mystuff8579]

I agree with this take

[@shanellypooh]

Also remember the lack or recognition goes back before Beyoncé. 1988 MJ, Prince, and Whitney Houston were up for Album of the year and it went to U2.

[@withexpectancy5818]

Wonderful video and points!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@andreyamatthew2035]

Love this video🙌🏾🙌🏾 Great Gems💎💎

[@sarahgates6947]

Another KZbinr had a great idea, that it’s Cowboy vs Aliens…. That these two albums are opposite to each other.

[@ericapierce6727]

Beating Taylor Swift at her own game. Loving country Bey

[@tiamonique]

Love this!

[@ivysflow]

She is my fav too day one❤

[@marcellasowell7431]

Good Country music❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@JaiClaire880]

Cowboy hats and shoes is not just a western thing. It’s a country thing. I’m from the south and every aesthetic mentioned is found in our community. We’ve been raising and racing horses for centuries.

[@Honeysuckle33]

Wine makes me cry, too🍷😭🤧🍷

[@blackwinter12]

Thanks for sharing 😊

[@crystalcastillo7575]

the fact that people even put taylor in the same conversation as beyonce is crazy. white mediocrity is crazy.

[@THEDOORIZCLOSED]

The bar is so low that even Beyonce can be conquered🤷🏾‍♀️

[@distinctlydri2831]

Taylor and Beyoncé , no comparison. Taylor is still making music for high schoolers. Taylor is pandering. Beyoncé is transcending and transforming.

[@757Princess]

I felt that Beyoncé was pandering too. She literally was the face of Tiffany’s Diamonds. To take money from them is disgusting. Yet, she gets away with it because black women are obsessed with calling her “Black Black”

[@catsrus-es9eu]

Taylor is being authentic. She's writing about her breakups. Like a 17 year old. Bey just all over the place

[@distinctlydri2831]

@catsrus-es9eu as a 30+ woman that boy authentic when you built your career exposing others. Bey isn’t all over the place. She’s exploring other forms of music and expanding her range. She isn’t boxed in.

[@catsrus-es9eu]

@@distinctlydri2831 she doesn't write her own music. So no she's not boxed in because she has no real genre/style. She's a performer not an artist.

[@distinctlydri2831]

@catsrus-es9eu you sound slow. As with quite a few artist, she writes with other individuals and credits those she samples so they earn writing credits and money.

[@noeland8129]

These comments aint passing the vibe check 😂

[@Chirimoya08]

Great commentary!

[@venusfox14k]

I agree, moving to Country was a great move. She can gain a greater audience. I like both of the new songs. Yeah, in Black History Month, we bout to wear our rodeo gear. Hopefully, she can work with Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo to get some real black cowboys and cowgirls.

[@barefootedbougie]

Since we now know that everything she does is calculated I'm wondering if the decision to stop "tanning" her skin was strategic. I have questions. Uncomfortable questions.

[@Sososunnyyyyyy]

Why would that be the case? She performed at the CMAs with a blackity black song and look a few years ago.

[@KnowledgeSeeker78491]

As a light skin woman I’m not seeing what people are seeing with this so-called skin bleaching. All I see is her with damn near white hair

[@tropicalstormxox9444]

Yup she waiting for the next grammy album of the year award… beyonce and jay z are old news now… even their mindset is old… they need to retire

[@blankblank3139]

She's in her white girl era 😂

[@TeeBreaksDown]

I mean, let's not forget she got a entire team putting all this together for her... Marketing, songs, outfits.

[@natalierose1072]

All those awards are bought and paid for. They don't really mean anything honestly but I understand the public perception attached to them.

[@WeShareTheSameAffliction]

Good point

[@beewest5704]

Yes I was wondering why none of the commentary channels talked about the fact that it's a open secret that AOTY is bid & paid for. Woukd they be demonetized for bringing it upmarket???? Maybe Bey did not pay enough or doesn't want to pay?

[@Christara]

What‘s the Backround Music ? It’s Beautiful…

[@shawnwashington1778]

Love this for bey

[@afrikurl]

She has mentioned being country, liking country music and going to rodeos for the past twenty years. The truth is that the country music industry is racist and many Black artists have shown interest in the genre but have been pushed aside. T pain mentioned writing for country artists but taking his name off the song so that he doesn’t have to deal with the racist fall out. She’s just the right person in just the right position to challenge this nonsense and she doesn’t have to say a word. She’s a southern woman who is a world music icon. She has as much right as anyone to enter the genre.

[@crystalcastillo7575]

The fact that taylor swift has more album of the year awards than legendary artists is enough for me to say f the grammys. like bye

[@janiah5622]

Off topic but I was waiting/hoping you'd weigh in on Megan/nicki beef and also treatment of Monique and Taraj in the entertainment industry as well as why people don't like oprah etc

[@taylorrenee9325]

I love Bey and I’m so excited for her to shine light on all the other talented black country artist ! Can we start a running list so ppl can check them out while we wait for act ii?? Pricilla Renae Tanner adell Mickey Guyton Kane Brown Zinn O.N.E the duo Breland Reyna Roberts Rissi Palmer (Grammy award winner) Miko Marks

[@THEDOORIZCLOSED]

I didnt know kane was black wdf

[@taylorrenee9325]

@@THEDOORIZCLOSED lmaooo yes he’s mixed but yeah

[@taylorrenee9325]

@@THEDOORIZCLOSED actually though he admits to thinking was just white though until he was like 8 because his dad wasn’t present he didn’t realize he was multiracial

[@THEDOORIZCLOSED]

@@taylorrenee9325 oh ok cool!

[@carmengracepuentes7953]

YESSSSS❤❤❤❤❤

[@nolabelz]

I think Rock n' Roll is going to be next. I do think that the announcement stole Usher's shine somewhat, but I understand why she did it.

[@rosierose4022]

Many other Black Artists such as Diana Ross, Janet Jackson, Luther Vandross, SWV, Anita Baker, Brandy, Toni Braxton, EnVogue, and countless other black women have not received one Grammy or many and deserve to be included in this Jay Z topic. Also, entitlement is a hefty price to pay..... great albums, but the Grammys have always gotten wrong. Lauryn Hill's last win for AOTY- was so deserving- unapologetically black and against the grain- instrumentation, soulful sound infused with pop, gospel, and rock. We need to do the research and see.

[@rosierose4022]

We as people need to educate ourselves that Beyonce comes from artist development that no longer is being used in the industry. Tina Turner, Dian Ross, The Supremes, Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Madonna, Whitney Houston, and Mariah Carey is where she studied the greats and got her artistry- They all have dabbed into Rock, featured rap artists, Gospel, Dance, House, Jazz and Country. Beyonce is going for the AOTY category at the Grammy- let us not be out of the loop. Beyonce wants to touch every genre to get the RESPECT. While the topic of the country- lets us remember that Black artists are in every genre and black women have been breaking barries (Mickey Guyton, in the country industry. Beyonce has no competition but herself- she is pushing herself whether it's ego or going against the grain of being Black, A woman, and an artist who doesn't get the RESPECT from men in the industry.

[@megan.bichotte]

I'll admit the system is rigged. Beyonce is talented. However, I feel like she is seeking validation through accolades and countless persona changes at this point. I get she is an artist, but sheesh, it must be tiring and confusing for her to keep switching up. Ask yourself this: If she were to get an album of the year at least once, would she take a hiatus? Also, Jay Z's speech was cringeworthy and performative because even with the money, the fame, the awards, and the huge following, it was still not enough. also, would like to say Taylor is mid, I love her music but she's visually in her own lane.

[@thirdeyeopen2606]

At some point you gotta see it for what it is. Not sure why it matters so much to them

[@gissellept]

If it makes you feel better (as a member of the beyhive) something tells me she will bow out after her Trilogy is over with, wheather she gets her AOTY or not. That way y'all can stop complaining, its annoying.

[@Porcelynnn]

Taylor is in her own lane- yes!! The comparison is unnecessary. Taylor has 10 albums while Bey has 7. So, Taylor had 3 more “chances” to win AOTY… 😅 But if Grammys are Scammys, why are people still screaming and fighting for Bey to win AOTY? Even Jay said some artists didn’t deserve to be nominated lol, like is a Grammy valid or not… idk. People confusing me

[@WeShareTheSameAffliction]

​@@gissellept I hope you're right about her bowing out. She's annoying and I've been tired of her numerous rebrands. She doesn't deserve album of the year, Idk why she keeps trying, lol.

[@sarahgates6947]

@@WeShareTheSameAfflictionummmm most Artist rebrands, Prince, Madonna,and MJ. The best artist only have different eras and try different genres. Beyoncé isn’t doing anything different than the ppl who started the game.