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Beyoncé: Upcoming release 'ain't a Country album. This is a "Beyoncé" album'

Beyoncé attends the Luar fashion show during New York Fashion Week on Feb. 13, 2024, in New York.

Beyoncé, ever the fan of the surprise album drop and shrouded nonstatements, has some pointed things to say about her upcoming "Cowboy Carter" album. And she's being clear about her messaging: "This ain't a Country album. This is a 'Beyoncé' album."

Posting a 10-day countdown on her Instagram page and website Tuesday, the "Texas Hold 'Em" and "16 Carriages" singer shared what appeared to be the album cover art (her as pageant queen-inspired cowgirl riding a white horse while holding an American flag) and detailed insight into her latest project.

The 42-year-old superstar delighted with "Renaissance's" first act.

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