According to Owens, the root of the issue lies in a shifting cultural landscape, where “authenticity pays” – a currency she believes Beyoncé can no longer muster. “Beyoncé does not remember what it means to be authentic anymore. She’s been playing a role of a queen for so long. She’s grown accustomed to visit the commonwealth every four years,” Owens remarked, suggesting that this perceived inauthenticity has become an integral part of Beyoncé’s public persona.