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Darius Rucker is an enormous fan of Beyoncé becoming a member of his style … saying he is loving her new nation music, and hopes it lastly lands her a coveted Album of the 12 months Grammy.
The legendary singer-songwriter — who’s one of many few Black artists who’s damaged by into nation efficiently — was at LAX Wednesday when a photog requested him about Beyoncé’s newest providing, “Texas Maintain ‘Em.”
Darius is pretty temporary and succinct in his overview — however he is clear … he is digging Bey’s twang.
He says ‘THE’ is a good track and even throws good luck her means over the prospect of Beyoncé’s foray into nation music lastly earns her a Grammy award for Album of The 12 months … one thing that is nonetheless lacking from Bey’s mantle.
2/4/24
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Keep in mind … Jay-Z made an enormous stink about Beyoncé’s lack of an AOTY award throughout a speech at this month’s Grammys, so a lot of people are questioning if a rustic album will get Bey over the hump … Darius included.
In fact, Beyoncé’s going to should beat out Taylor Swift — and others — to win AOTY … Taylor’s received a new album popping out too, and Darius really addresses Taylor too right here.
The cameraman asks Darius if he thinks Taylor ought to return to nation — one thing that one other bystander subsequent to DR really weighs in on earlier than has an opportunity to. As for Darius, he says Tay Tay ought to crank out no matter kind of music she desires … ditto for Beyoncé.
One last item Darius addressed right here about Bey and nation … specifically, John Schneider‘s ugly remarks about her final week — when he likened her to a canine marking its territory.
2/17/24
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Like many individuals … he agrees that John’s phrases had been laced with a racist undertone — and he says gatekeeping nation music is completely foolish. On the query of whether or not Beyoncé is a “lightning rod” … Darius scoffs at that notion as nicely on this interview.
Lengthy story brief … Darius is all for Beyoncé moving into nation music — he is undoubtedly a fan.
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Here is hoping his cosign quiets down the haters who’re riled up … ‘trigger there appears to be quite a lot of ’em, and in Darius’ eyes — they’re making an enormous fats fuss over an entire lotta nothing.
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