Beyoncé first country Grammy win is a groundbreaking moment in music history. On Sunday (February 2), the superstar earned Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “II Most Wanted” — her Cowboy Carter collaboration with Miley Cyrus — at the 2025 Grammy Awards.

Why Beyoncé First Country Grammy Win Matters

This award makes her the first Black woman in over five decades to win a country music Grammy. The last time it happened was in 1974 when The Pointer Sisters won for “Fairytale.”

Beyoncé’s victory marks a major step in bridging country and pop crossover music, something her Cowboy Carter album has championed since its release.

Beyoncé’s 2025 Country Grammy Nominations

The Cowboy Carter artist entered the Grammy Awards 2025 with four nominations in country categories:

• Best Country Song (“Texas Hold ‘Em”) – won by Kacey Musgraves

• Best Country Solo Performance (“16 Carriages”) – won by Chris Stapleton

• Best Country Album – results pending at the time of the win

• Best Country Duo/Group Performance (“II Most Wanted” with Miley Cyrus) – Winner

Beyoncé and Miley Cyrus: A Grammy-Winning Duet

Her collaboration with Miley Cyrus was praised for blending classic country storytelling with Beyoncé’s powerful vocals. Fans have called “II Most Wanted” a standout track on Cowboy Carter, helping push the genre into new territory.

Beyoncé’s Shot at Album of the Year

While the Beyoncé first country Grammy award is historic, she’s also aiming for her first-ever Album of the Year win for Cowboy Carter. This would add to her record as the most awarded artist in Grammy history.

Beyoncé confirmed her Cowboy Carter Tour just a day before the Grammys, thrilling fans who are eager to hear songs like “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages” live.

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