Millions of music fans who had never heard of Shaboozey before today are suddenly clamoring to learn everything they can about the hip hop-country artist.
And it’s all because of a song called “Spaghetti.” Allow us to explain:
As you have probably already heard, that of Beyoncé Cowboy Carter the album is currently taking the world by storm.
It’s the music legend’s first foray into the world of country, and fans are absolutely loving it.
While recording the album, Bey worked with a wide range of well-known names, including Dolly PartonWillie Nelson and Miley Cyrus.
And thanks to the incredible covers of the 27-track epic, Chuck Berry, John Lennon and Paul McCartney all have credits as well.
But an unknown person managed to steal the spotlight from all these legends, and his work on Cowboy Carter is sure to do amazing things for his career.
Who is Shaboozey and why is the internet obsessed with him?
As USA today Shaboozey is a Virginia-born Nigerian-American musician known for his distinctive sound, which combines hip hop and traditional country music.
It is present on two titles on Cowboy Carter — “Spaghetti” and “Sweet Honey Buckiin’,” both of which became fan favorites.
If you’re not on the Shaboozey train yet, go listen to these songs, and you will be soon enough.
Shaboozey’s popularity exploded overnight, and the timing couldn’t be better:
His new album Where I’ve been is not where I’m going is scheduled to be released on May 31.
It’s almost certain that Beyonce’s knockout blow will result in huge album sales, and we’re sure Shaboozey is very grateful for that.
What’s next for Beyoncé?
As for Bey, the world is her oyster and everyone is waiting for her next move.
A new Beyoncé album is always an event, but this one has become a cultural phenomenon in its own right.
On social media, music fans who don’t usually listen to country say they listen to streaming Cowboy Carter nonstop – and it seems their queen’s new aesthetic is rubbing off on them.
According to Wikipedia“Google searches for ‘bolo tie,’ ‘cowboy hat,’ and ‘cowboy boots’ increased 566%, 213%, and 163% after the album was announced.”
We don’t know if Beyoncé is currently planning to tour in support of the album.
But if she does, you can bet the rooms will be flooded with Bey Hive members in bolo ties!