The Story The making of Beyoncé — by friends, family and Team Bey insiders
Jun 5, 2025
Megan Agnew, a Senior features writer for The Times, dives into the remarkable journey of Beyoncé from a shy schoolgirl in Texas to a record-breaking billionaire. She discusses the intense creative process behind Beyoncé's albums, including her groundbreaking Cowboy Carter tour. Insights reveal the complexities of race in country music and the evolution of Beyoncé's artistry post-Destiny's Child. The podcast also highlights her meticulous approach to music and her emergence as a powerful activist and businesswoman.
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Beyoncé's Obsessive Album Selection
- Beyoncé organized listening parties to score 25 tracks for album inclusion.
- These detailed scorecards helped her craft a perfect 16-track album arc.
Unmatched Longevity in Pop
- Beyoncé remains uniquely iconic among her early 2000s peers decades later.
- Most contemporaries faded, but her sustained critical acclaim is extraordinary.
Beyoncé's Unprecedented Success
- Beyoncé holds unprecedented achievements in music and business.
- She boasts 35 Grammys and shares billionaire status with Jay-Z, showcasing massive influence.
