In the latest chapter of the ongoing feud between rap icons Cardi B and Nicki Minaj, social media has become the battleground for a war of words that has captivated fans and observers alike. The drama reignited this week as both artists took to their platforms to exchange barbs, with insults flying over everything from album sales to personal life choices.
The latest skirmish began with Nicki Minaj, who took to Twitter to share a now-deleted post featuring a price tag of $4.99, which coincidentally marked the promotional price for Cardi B’s new album, “Am I the Drama.” The album, which has already achieved impressive sales figures, moving 200,000 equivalent units in its first week, became a focal point for Minaj’s criticisms. She mocked Cardi’s lyrical prowess, referring to her verses as “basic” and even likening her to a character from the popular children’s show, “Barney.”
In a twist, Nicki Minaj also turned her attention to Cardi’s personal life, referencing her pregnancy and making disparaging remarks about her appearance. “Barefoot and smelly liar with a big belly” was one of the more colorful insults directed at Cardi, who is currently expecting her fourth child with boyfriend Stefan Diggs.
Yet Cardi was quick to respond, sharing a photo of her home-cooked dinner while expressing her frustration at being dragged into this public spat. “I was really baking ribs and making blondie brownies, and here come this bothering me on a damn Monday,” she wrote, signaling that she found the timing of Minaj’s jabs particularly annoying. Cardi didn’t hold back, aiming for the jugular by referencing Minaj’s controversial past involving painkillers and even bringing up the conviction of Minaj’s brother for child rape in 2017.
The tension between the two artists is not new. Their rivalry has been evolving since at least 2018, when a physical altercation during New York Fashion Week saw Cardi B throwing a shoe at Minaj. The incident left Cardi with a visible mark on her forehead and a torn gown, symbolizing the tumultuous nature of their relationship.
As the feud escalates, both artists continue to leverage social media as their platform of choice, engaging their fan bases and fueling public interest. This latest exchange underscores a deeper rivalry that extends beyond mere lyrical competition; it touches on personal attacks and public personas, all while both artists maintain their positions as leading figures in the hip-hop industry.
With each new post and insult, fans are left wondering what the next move will be in this ongoing saga. As Cardi B and Nicki Minaj’s social media war unfolds, it is clear that the drama is far from over, and both artists are ready to defend their legacies at any cost.