On the heels of the Super Bowl, Beyoncé surprised her fans by dropping not one, but two new singles. The songs titled 'Texas Hold 'Em' and '16 Carriages' quickly took the internet by storm, and fans and curious listeners couldn't resist streaming and buying the tracks. While both songs have gained popularity, 'Texas Hold 'Em' seems to be emerging as the clear winner.
In terms of sales and streams, 'Texas Hold 'Em' is currently the more popular of the two singles. The track has claimed the top spot on the iTunes U.S. chart and has held that position for nearly a day. On the other hand, '16 Carriages' had a brief stint at the top but currently sits comfortably at second place on iTunes.
The trend continues on Spotify, where 'Texas Hold 'Em' debuted at an impressive number two on the platform's list of most-streamed songs in the U.S. Within its first full day of availability, the song amassed a staggering 2.254 million listens. It narrowly missed the top spot, taken by Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign's collaboration, 'Carnival.'
'16 Carriages' also made a notable debut on the Spotify U.S. chart, although it didn't perform as well as its counterpart. The other single from the double release started its journey at number 16, garnering 980,000 streams in the initial 24 hours.
While it's still early days for both songs, it's safe to say that they are on track to make an impact on the Billboard charts in the coming week. The exact rankings are yet to be seen, but both tracks have the potential to become hits, even if only for a brief moment. However, it's evident that the public has a stronger affinity for 'Texas Hold 'Em,' making it likely to become the bigger smash upon its official arrival.
Beyoncé consistently showcases her artistic prowess and ability to create music that resonates with fans worldwide. With these new releases, she continues to captivate audiences and solidify her position as one of the industry's leading talents. As fans eagerly await further chart success and more new music from the iconic artist, 'Texas Hold 'Em' stands out as a testament to her unwavering popularity and unwavering ability to captivate the masses.
