Beyonce's ‘Cowboy Carter' Becomes Highest-Grossing Country Tour With $400 Million
Beyonce has done it again and this time, she scripted history. Her Cowboy Carter tour has officially become the highest-grossing country tour of all time with more than $400 million of income, according to a statement by Live Nation, citing a Billboard. The musical sensation, known for her pop and R&B hits, has now taken over country music and she is doing it on her own terms.
The portal reported that this record-breaking tour also made Beyonce the highest-grossing Black artist ever and the top-grossing R&B artist of all time. And no, that is not all. Beyonce is now the first woman and the first American act to have two different tours each cross the $400 million mark in a historical achievement.
Cowboy Carter Tour
Beyonce kicked off the Cowboy Carter tour in Los Angeles in April and later travelled across North America, the UK and Europe, enthralling fans with her performance in sold-out stadiums in 32 cities. During the shows, fans were treated to a mix of songs, with the pop artist performing hits like Texas Hold 'Em and other country hits, including 16 Carriages, all while sharing the stage with her daughters. It was not just a concert but a celebration of culture and music.
The singer wrapped up the tour in Las Vegas last Saturday with a final show which had her husband Jay-Z, Destiny's Child and country singer Shaboozey in surprise appearances, adding to the vibe of the unforgettable night that it was. Throughout the tour, Beyonce made the most of it to shed light on the forgotten contributions of Black artists to country music, specifically honouring them, some of whom are also featured in the 'Cowboy Carter" album.
Beyonce's Country Music
Well, Beyonce's journey into country music has not been easy. Back in 2016, her performance at the Country Music Awards sparked a wave of criticism, with many making racist comments across social media saying that her songs were not really country music. Fast forward to 2025, she won the Grammy for Best Country Album and proved her talent.
Meanwhile, Taylor Swift's Eras Tour earned over $2 billion and holds the record for the highest-grossing tour ever. It spanned from March 2023 to December 2024.
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