She has been criticized for her decision to release a country album after making a name for herself as an R&B superstar.
However, Beyoncé ignored her critics in her latest photo shoot for W Magazine while fortifying her Texan roots by dressing like a cowgirl.
The If I Were a Boy singer, 42, looked incredible in the photo as she modeled a pair of suede chaps that showed off her toned thighs.
She hid her face with a brown bandana and cowboy hat, with her waves of long blonde extensions peeking out behind her.
The mother of three posed up a storm while swinging a lasso.
Beyoncé continued to lean into her Texas roots in her latest photo shoot for W magazine as she modeled suede shoes and a cowboy hat while swinging a lasso.
In another stunning image, Beyoncé showed off her incredible figure in a lace dress over a black bustier and paired with an embellished cowboy hat.
In another stunning image, Beyoncé showed off her incredible figure in a lace dress over a black bustier and paired with an embellished cowboy hat.
She also modeled a leather poncho over a ruffled jumpsuit as she embraced Western fashion for the photoshoot.
The stunning snaps come after Lily Allen became the latest star to criticize Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter album, calling it “calculated”.
The London native, 38, made the comments about her BBC Sounds Podcast Do You Miss Me? on Thursday with co-host Miquita Oliver, 39, as they discussed the American superstar’s foray into a new genre.
The Air Balloon frontwoman said she felt Beyoncé’s transition to country music seemed “calculated” due to her husband Jay-Z’s speech at the Grammys, criticizing organizers for never awarding her Best Album honors.
“I think it’s been pretty calculated,” the Fear frontman said. ‘I feel like when Jay-Z appeared at the Grammys, that was part of this campaign.
“It was before the album came out or was even announced and she was wearing a blonde wig and a cowboy hat.”
Lily added that the actions were taken in an ultimately successful effort to “challenge the institution,” noting that Beyoncé “is the most performed woman in country music.”
She also modeled a leather poncho over a ruffled jumpsuit as she embraced Western fashion for the photoshoot.
She showed off her curves in an all-white look, layering a caped blouse over a long skirt with a fringed hem and, of course, donning a matching cowboy hat.
Beyonce has been criticized for her decision to release a country album after making a name for herself as an R&B superstar.
She hinted that Beyoncé had taken a shortcut by covering Dolly Parton’s 1973 megahit, Jolene, a smash hit that has a spot on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
“It’s a pretty interesting thing when you’re trying to tackle a new genre and you pick the biggest song in that genre,” Lily continued. “I mean, you do it, Beyoncé.”
Lily, who is currently recording a new album in Nashville, added: “I’m here because I love country music and I always have, not to say Beyoncé doesn’t, but I tell stories in my music and that’s what country music is. “. ‘
Last month, Beyoncé revealed the cover of her highly anticipated country album Cowboy Carter, while speaking the backlash he received for entering the genre.
“Today marks the 10-day countdown until the release of Act II,” the Grammy winner began. “Thank you from the bottom of my heart to all the fans of (the album’s singles) TEXAS HOLD ‘EM and 16 CARRIAGES.”
She continued: ‘I am honored to be the first black woman with the number one single on the Hot Country Songs chart. This would not have happened without the great support of each and every one of you.
“My hope is that within a few years, mention of an artist’s race, when it comes to the release of musical genres, will be irrelevant.”
The album cover featured Beyoncé on horseback, brandishing an American flag while wearing a red, white, and blue leather outfit with a silver Stetson.
Earlier this week, Lily Allen became the latest star to criticize Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter album, calling it “calculated.”
‘This album has taken more than five years to make. “It was born out of an experience I had years ago where I didn’t feel welcome… and it was very clear that I wasn’t,” Beyoncé wrote in the caption.
‘But, because of that experience, I dove deeper into the history of country music and studied our rich musical archive. It’s good to see how music can unite so many people around the world and at the same time amplify the voices of some of the people who have dedicated much of their lives to educating about our musical history.’
He added: ‘The criticism I faced when I first entered this genre forced me to overcome the limitations placed on me. Act II is the result of challenging myself and taking my time to mix and match genres to create this body of work.
Beyoncé joked: “I have some surprises on the album and I’ve collaborated with some brilliant artists who I deeply respect.” I hope you can hear my heart and soul, and all the love and passion I put into every detail and every sound.’
“I focused on this album as a continuation of RENAISSANCE… I hope this music will be an experience, creating another journey where you can close your eyes, start from the beginning and never stop.”
In conclusion, he wrote: ‘This is not a country album. This is a “Beyoncé” album. This is the second act COWBOY CARTER, and I’m proud to share it with all of you!’
Beyoncé, who grew up in Houston, made her first foray into the genre with a country-tinged song called Daddy Issues on her 2016 album Lemonade.
Last month, Beyoncé revealed the cover art for her highly anticipated country album Cowboy Carter, while also addressing the backlash she received for entering the genre.