George Strait Criticizes Beyoncé’s Country Album Flirtation: “You Can’t Just Put On A Cowboy Hat And Call Yourself Country”

George Strait Criticizes Beyoncé’s Country Album Flirtation: “You Can’t Just Put On A Cowboy Hat And Call Yourself Country”George Strait, the undisputed king of country music with a career spanning over three decades and countless accolades, has thrown a pebble into the genre’s smooth pond with his recent comments on Beyoncé’s foray into country music.

In a candid interview, Strait took aim at Beyoncé’s flirtation with country elements in her latest album, stating, “You can’t just put on a cowboy hat and boots and call yourself country. You gotta live it, breathe it, that twang gotta be real. It’s about the stories, the struggles, the places. It ain’t just a beat or a melody.”Strait, known for his traditional country sound and unwavering commitment to the genre’s core values, emphasizes authenticity and lived experiences. Country music, for him, is a tapestry woven from the threads of real people, real struggles, and a deep connection to the land and its spirit.