Beyoncé New Song 2024: Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter is an American singer and songwriter well known for her artistry and reinvention across genres.
In February 2024, Beyoncé surprise-released two new songs, “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages,” which turned out to be the opening tracks of her eighth studio album. This page has been updated with the album’s real, released title and reception, replacing the earlier “coming soon” framing.
Beyoncé – Cowboy Carter: Quick Facts
| Artist | Beyoncé |
| Album | Cowboy Carter (Act II) – 8th studio album |
| Label | Parkwood Entertainment / Columbia Records |
| Album Release Date | March 29, 2024 |
| Lead Singles | “Texas Hold ‘Em” & “16 Carriages” (Feb. 11, 2024) |
| Trilogy Context | Act II, following Renaissance (2022); Act III not yet released as of this writing |
| Major Award | Album of the Year, 2025 Grammy Awards |
| Where to Stream | Spotify / Apple Music / YouTube |
Beyoncé New Song 2024: Track Details
Here are the details on Beyoncé’s two 2024 lead singles. You can listen to them on various platforms, like Spotify and YouTube.
| Song | Released | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Hold ‘Em | February 11, 2024 | Topped the Billboard Hot 100; opening track of Cowboy Carter |
| 16 Carriages | February 11, 2024 | Second track on Cowboy Carter |
TEXAS HOLD ‘EM: “Texas Hold ‘Em” was released on February 11, and quickly became a chart-topping hit, later winning Best Country Song and Best Country Solo Performance at the 2025 Grammy Awards.
A brief excerpt: “This ain’t Texas (woo), ain’t no hold ’em (hey) / So lay your cards down, down, down, down…”
16 CARRIAGES: A slower, more reflective track, also released February 11, 2024, and included as the second song on Cowboy Carter.
A brief excerpt: “Sixteen carriages drivin’ away / While I watch them ride with my dreams away…”
Both songs can be streamed on YouTube and Apple Music.
Cowboy Carter: The Full Album
Beyoncé’s eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter (billed as “Act II” of her three-part project that began with 2022’s Renaissance), was released March 29, 2024, by Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records. “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages” served as the record’s opening two tracks. The album explores country and Americana roots music and spotlights the overlooked contributions of Black pioneers to American musical history.
Reception and Later News
Cowboy Carter won Album of the Year at the 2025 Grammy Awards (held February 2, 2025), Beyoncé’s first win in that category after several prior nominations, and brought her career Grammy total to 35 — the most of any artist in Grammy history. Beyoncé also supported the album with the Cowboy Carter Tour, which concluded in July 2025. As of this update, “Act III” — the final chapter in Beyoncé’s trilogy that began with Renaissance — has not been officially released or confirmed, despite ongoing fan speculation.
(Beyoncé New Song 2024: Wikipedia)
Frequently Asked Questions
What album are “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages” from?
Both are the opening two tracks on Beyoncé’s eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter, released March 29, 2024.
Is Cowboy Carter part of the Renaissance trilogy?
Yes, it’s billed as “Act II,” following 2022’s Renaissance (“Act I”). “Act III” has not been released as of this update.
Did Cowboy Carter win any awards?
Yes — it won Album of the Year at the 2025 Grammy Awards, plus Best Country Album and awards for “Texas Hold ‘Em.”
When did “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages” come out?
Both were released as surprise singles on February 11, 2024, ahead of the full album.
Where can I stream Beyoncé’s 2024 songs?
Both songs and the full Cowboy Carter album are available on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube.
Related reading: Streaming hub, Spotify, and Rod Wave’s Nostalgia Soundtrack List.