Is Doechii an Industry Plant? Plus, Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Tour Drama
The internet is buzzing with claims that Doechii is an industry plant, while Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour is facing reports of slow ticket sales and steep prices. But what’s really going on?
Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Tour: Slow Sales or Just Strategy?
Rumors are swirling that Beyoncé’s latest tour isn’t selling as fast as expected. However, a look at Ticketmaster tells a different story—several cities, including Atlanta, Texas, New Jersey, and Chicago, have already sold out. While some dates still have plenty of seats available, the situation isn’t as dire as it seems.
Here’s why ticket sales might be moving at a different pace:
Limited Tour Stops – Instead of hitting dozens of cities, Beyoncé is performing multiple nights in just a few select locations. Some nights are selling out instantly, while others take longer to fill up—this is normal.
High Ticket Prices – Prices for this tour are steep, ranging from $400 to over $1,000. In an unpredictable economy, not every fan can afford that.
Dynamic Pricing Speculation – Some fans suspect Ticketmaster is using dynamic pricing, where ticket costs fluctuate. While some have seen price drops, it’s unclear if this is a strategy or just market adjustments. The cheapest seats I found were still around $150+.
This tour isn’t flopping—if anything, sales will likely surge once clips from the first concert go viral. Fans will show up in their best Cowboy Carter-inspired outfits, and even those who weren’t sold on the album might grab tickets simply because it’s Beyoncé.
Personally, I think waiting for Act III and combining both albums into one massive tour would have been iconic. But Beyoncé knows her business—by touring separately, she maximizes profits. The only downside? Not everyone can afford to see her live every time. But for those who can? Best believe they’ll be there. Beyoncé is getting her bag regardless.
Is Doechii Really an Industry Plant?
Now, let’s talk about Doechii. Some fans are calling her an industry plant, but is there any truth to that?
Doechii is undeniably the new “it” girl in rap. In just a few months, she’s won a Grammy for Best Female Rap Album (for a mixtape, no less!), been crowned Billboard’s Woman of the Year, attended high-profile fashion shows overseas, and even performed with the legendary Lauryn Hill. Her rise has been meteoric, and the industry push behind her is massive.
Her label, TDE, is investing heavily in her career—likely with financial backing from Universal Music Group. With deep industry ties to Roc Nation, Capitol Records, and UMG, TDE has the resources to propel its artists to stardom, including Doechii, SZA, and even Kendrick (who, despite leaving TDE, still has business connections through SZA).
But here’s the truth: It’s rare to see a dark-skinned female rapper receive this level of industry investment, and honestly, it’s refreshing. Whether you believe she’s an “industry plant” or simply an artist benefiting from strong backing, one thing is certain—Doechii is here to stay.
Rapper Azealia Banks recently made a bold—and somewhat shady—statement, suggesting that Doechii’s sudden rise might be due to signing away her masters, publishing, image rights, and a large portion of her royalties in exchange for an industry push.
I really hope that’s not true because if it is, the industry will bleed her dry. The shift in her career is undeniable. A few years ago, this level of support seemed out of reach. She had buzz with tracks like What It Is and Persuasive, but TDE didn’t capitalize on the moment, letting her momentum fade before reigniting it now.
But then, after dropping her mixtape, TDE suddenly started pushing her aggressively, almost out of nowhere. It makes me wonder—did she sign a deal to make that shift happen? Because something definitely changed for her in the last six months. And honestly, it’s amazing to watch.
Of course, with rapid success comes skepticism. Many are calling her an industry plant, and that chatter escalated after her First We Feast appearance, where she said that “straight men are a red flag.” I expected her to say “DL men” since that’s what she rapped about in Denial Is a River, but her statement rubbed some of her fan base the wrong way.
Believe it or not, a lot of men supported Doechii until that moment. Now, some view her as an industry tool pushing a feminist, anti-men agenda. The debate intensified when she was named Billboard’s Woman of the Year—a title that typically goes to artists with massive hits, platinum records, and sold-out tours. While Doechii is undoubtedly talented, some argue it’s too soon for such a title. Maybe give her another year—let her drop an album first and prove her impact.
This skepticism wasn’t helped by Rolling Stone, which dismissed criticism of Doechii as misogynistic, queerphobic, and colorist. But here’s the thing—Rolling Stone didn’t defend Lil Nas X, Sexyy Red, Ice Spice, or Tyler when they were accused of being plants. Any artist who skyrockets to fame will face scrutiny—it’s part of the game.
Doechii isn’t a plant; she’s been grinding in the industry for years. But her team’s aggressive marketing is fueling these accusations. While marketing can propel an artist, there still needs to be organic fan support. The public has to catch up naturally, or it starts to feel forced.
We’ve seen this happen before—remember when H.E.R. was everywhere? Winning every award, hyped as the industry’s golden girl—until people started calling her a plant. And once that label stuck, her momentum faded. That’s why Doechii’s team has to be careful not to overdo it.
One thing that could silence all this talk? A hit song. If she drops an undeniable smash, all the industry plant accusations will vanish. Anxiety has the potential to be that breakthrough moment for her.
At the end of the day, Doechii has everything it takes to go far—talent, charisma, drive, star power, and a strong team behind her. As long as they don’t mismanage her career—or she doesn’t get caught up in more controversy—she’s set for success.
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