Cardi B is done staying silent.
In a gripping and emotional 13-minute X Space session that shook fans and critics alike, the Grammy-winning rap icon opened up about the deep betrayals, internal sabotage, and mental health toll she’s endured while working on her long-awaited sophomore album, Am I the Drama?, due for release on September 19, 2025.
The Bronx-bred star—known for her fearless energy and viral outbursts—chose a raw, unfiltered moment to vent her frustrations and speak her truth. What began as an intimate livestream turned into a heart-wrenching confession that revealed just how much pressure Cardi B is under behind the glitz and glamor.
“People Want to Destroy Me… This Album Scares Them”
Without naming names, Cardi hinted that some people closest to her may be working to sabotage her album rollout—and perhaps even her mental health.
“People are trying to destroy my life because they know this album is going to do great,” Cardi told her fans, her voice cracking with emotion.
The Invasion of Privacy hitmaker, who skyrocketed to superstardom in 2018, claimed that her creative vision has been met with resistance and betrayal, including scrapped plans, broken promises, and unseen drama.
Many fans believe she may be alluding to tension with her estranged husband, Offset, especially after she failed to promote her June single “Outside,” which dropped with no music video or push from her label. That release—quiet and uncharacteristic for Cardi—sparked rampant speculation online.
Offset in the Crossfire? Fans Think So
While Cardi never directly named Offset during her X Space monologue, the internet did what the internet does best—connect the dots.
Just last week, fans noticed that Cardi had wiped all traces of Stefon Diggs—the NFL star she was recently linked to—from her Instagram feed. That move came shortly after Offset posted cryptic messages seemingly shading his ex.
Though Cardi has remained tight-lipped about their current relationship status, the timing of these public moves—alongside her explosive comments about betrayal—has fans wondering if her former partner is involved in derailing her comeback.
“They want me to put a bullet in my head,” she said, sobbing.
“People pray for my downfall… for what? Because I’m finally taking control of my life?”
A Rare, Vulnerable Cardi B Shocks Fans
This isn’t the first time Cardi has used her platform to express emotional distress—but fans say this felt different.
Unlike her fiery Twitter clapbacks or Instagram rants, the X Space moment was stripped down and painfully real. Cardi didn’t sound angry—she sounded broken.
Many supporters flooded social media with messages of love and empathy:
- “This is the most human Cardi has ever been with us. I just want her to win,” one fan tweeted.
- “This industry is evil. Protect Cardi B at all costs,” said another.
But not everyone was sympathetic.
Critics Say the Delay Is On Her—Not Saboteurs
Despite her transparency, some critics weren’t buying Cardi’s narrative of victimhood. They pointed out that it’s been seven years since her debut album, and blamed the delay on her own creative inconsistency and poor rollout strategies.
“Cardi’s playing the blame game. Maybe the issue isn’t everyone else—it’s her lack of discipline,” one user commented on Reddit’s r/popheads.
Others accused her of using emotional manipulation to distract from a potentially underwhelming project.
Still, even among skeptics, there’s no denying that the industry Cardi navigates is brutal—especially for outspoken women of color.
A Woman of Color in a Male-Dominated Industry
Throughout the session, Cardi echoed a theme that has haunted her entire career: being targeted for speaking out.
“I don’t harm people,” she said, her voice trembling.
“But people want to see me fail for trying to better my life and my kids’ lives.”
The 31-year-old has often spoken about how Black and Latina women in hip-hop are scrutinized more harshly, forced to work twice as hard for half the respect.
Whether she’s beefing with fellow artists, battling the press, or defending her image, Cardi B is constantly fighting to maintain her voice, relevance, and autonomy.
Trouble With Atlantic Records?
Cardi also reignited whispers about label issues, hinting at possible tensions with Atlantic Records, despite previously denying reports that the label rejected her new album.
“I’m not crazy. I’m not lazy. I work hard. But it’s hard when people behind the scenes want you to fail,” she shared.
It’s unclear what exactly is happening behind closed doors, but insiders say creative control, budget allocations, and rollout timelines may be at the heart of the conflict.
With only two months until the album drops, fans are anxiously waiting for a proper lead single, visuals, and a tour announcement—but so far, things have remained quiet.
What We Know About Am I the Drama?
Despite the chaos, Am I the Drama? is shaping up to be a bold and personal record, with rumors of collaborations from heavyweights like SZA, Latto, and Megan Thee Stallion.
Cardi has described the project as her most vulnerable, introspective, and sonically evolved to date, blending trap anthems, R&B-infused tracks, and even some Afro-Caribbean influences.
This album isn’t just about making hits—it’s about proving herself all over again.
Final Word: Will Cardi B Bounce Back?
If there’s one thing Cardi B has shown over the years, it’s resilience.
She’s weathered lawsuits, public breakups, feuds with A-list stars, and constant media scrutiny—yet she always comes back swinging.
Now, as she fights to release her sophomore album on her own terms, fans are hoping she channels all this pain into something powerful.
“I just want peace. I want to feel free again,” Cardi said.
“This album is my truth. Whether they like it or not—it’s coming.”
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