Beyoncé made history at the 2025 Grammy Awards by winning Album of the Year for “Cowboy Carter,” which also took home Best Country Album. This unexpected win in the country music category has stirred up controversy among white country music fans, who are expressing their displeasure online. Black social media users are finding humor in the backlash, pointing out the hypocrisy of the outrage. The reaction highlights underlying racial tensions in the music industry, with some attributing the backlash to Beyoncé’s race rather than her genre-crossing success. Despite the criticism, Beyoncé’s achievement is celebrated by many, with a message to the white country music world to acknowledge her talent and influence.
