The singer’s album, which includes songs “16 Carriages” and “Texas Hold ’Em,” is set to release on March 29.

Beyoncé announced this week that she’s fully leaning into the cowboy aesthetic, titling her new album Cowboy Carter. The latest album is the second act to the singer’s three-part series, which kicked off with Renaissance. Ahead of Renaissance‘s release, Beyoncé revealed that she recorded the three-part project over the pandemic.

Cowboy Carter is set to release on March 29 and will include singles “16 Carriages” and “Texas Hold ’Em”. The latter’s climb to the No.1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100  has created an anticipatory buzz surrounding other possible country hits that could be on the singer’s first country album.

Beyonce in custom Gucci. Photo courtesy of Gucci.

Beyoncé first announced the album and its release date ahead of the Super Bowl on February 11, 2024, and announced the new album title via her website on March 12, 2024. The website’s homepage features a photo of a red, white, and blue sash-laden saddle that reads “Country Carter.” There’s also a merchandise page that gives her fans access to limited edition CDs and four vinyls, each tinted colored in red, white, blue, and black. The box set additions are also available for purchase and come with a bonus track and T-shirt with the album title written atop the bust.

In an interview with Harper’s Bazaar, the singer explained why she decided to make country album.

“One of my inspirations came from the overlooked history of the American Black cowboy. Many of them were originally called cowhands, who experienced great discrimination and were often forced to work with the worst, most temperamental horses. They took their talents and formed the Soul Circuit. Through time, these Black rodeos showcased incredible performers and helped us reclaim our place in western history and culture. We were inspired by the culture and swag of the Houston rodeo,” the singer said.