Beyoncé’s New Album Finally Has A Name

At long last, Beyoncé’s new album finally has a title: Act II: Cowboy Carter is what it’ll be called the pop star revealed, not in a statement, but by merely posting a link to her updated merch website (because, of course).

Subtlety has been the name of the game for the rollouts of Beyoncé’s last couple albums, but it’s been especially so for this one. She announced the record in a surprise Verizon commercial that aired during the 2024 Super Bowl while simultaneously dropping two of its songs, “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages,” also without warning. I’m no publicist but it’s worth wondering if this choice has something to do with the album being her “country” record — something that its title appears to nod to. She invokes her husband’s last name, Carter, which feels like a reference to the “real” Beyoncé — not just the globally adored pop star but also the mother and wife. Unlike pop, country music is all about tearing down facades, so we could be in for some real vulnerable bops in the near future.

Of course, this is all speculation, but you can find out everything that we do know about the album, so far, below.

What is Beyoncé’s new album called?

The singer’s long awaited follow-up to Renaissance is officially titled Act II: Cowboy Carter.

When is the album’s release date?

The album is set to drop March 29, 2024. You can pre-order it now here.

What songs will be on it?

The album’s will contain 27 songs, the singer revealed on Instagram. Notable tracks include a cover a “Jolene,” “The Linda Martell Show,” a reference to the first Black country artist to play the Opry, as well as songs called “Dolly P,” and Smoke Hour Willie Nelson” — though it’s unclear if those artists will be featured. See the full tracklist below.

1. Ameriican Requiem
2. Blackbiird
3. 16 Carriages
4. Protector
5. My Rose
6. Smoke Hour Willie Nelson
7. Texas Hold ‘Em
8. Bodygard
9. Dolly P
10. Jolene
11. Daughter
12. Spaghetti
13. Alligator Tears
14. Smoke Hour II
15. Just For Fun
16. II Most Wanted
17. Levii’s Jeans
18. Flamenco
19. The Linda Martell Show
20. Ya Ya
21. Oh Louisiana
22. Desert Eagle
23. Riiverdance
24. II Hands II Heaven
25. Tyrant
26. Sweet Honey Buckin
27. Amen

What are the themes of the album?

As the record’s title and first two singles suggest, Cowboy Carter will be Beyoncé’s country album, though the pop star has kept mum about its themes. Judging from its first two songs, which pay homage to Texas and her childhood, it’ll likely traverse stories about her hometown, growing up, and family.