"Beyoncé Makes History with 'Texas Hold 'Em' as First Black Woman to Top US Hot 100 with Country Song"
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Beyoncé has made history by becoming the first Black woman to top the US Hot 100 with a country song, "Texas Hold ’Em," which also marked her ninth solo No 1. Despite some resistance from country radio, the song's success led to its official promotion, with support from fans and even Dolly Parton. Beyoncé's mother, Tina Knowles, emphasized the family's long-standing connection to cowboy culture, countering questions about the singer's country roots.
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