Beyoncé’s ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’ Sparks Controversy Amid ‘Franklin’ Theme Similarity

Beyoncé’s latest single ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’ has stirred up controversy due to its striking similarity to the theme music of the ‘Franklin’ cartoon show, performed by Bruce Cockburn. Despite the comparisons made by fans and TikTok users, Cockburn himself has made it clear that he has no claim over Beyoncé’s chart-topping song. While acknowledging the resemblance in the rhythmic feel, Cockburn stated that he believes ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’ stands on its own as a unique creation. The speculation surrounding the geographic origins of the songwriters, who are Canadian, has only added fuel to the fire. Although Beyoncé would have been a teenager when ‘Franklin’ aired, the Canadian connection has prompted discussions about potential inspiration. While some level of creative influence is allowed, the question remains: how much is too much? Only time will tell if this controversy will impact the success of Beyoncé’s ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’.