Cardi B has had a rise to fame as rapid as her hard-hitting bars and delivery on each and every track. In an era where keeping up with the endless flow of music can feel like trying to catch raindrops in a storm, Cardi B has become the weather woman all on her own hailing hits back to back. The recent hip-hop maven’s notoriety ranges from her chart-topping classics like “Bodak Yellow” to her comedy skits, commercials and link ups.
However, one of the most intriguing elements of her creative career is the element of surprise. Now, who her next catchy collaboration will be with is as unpredictable as the weather lately. During a recently released interview with Complex’s Speedy Morman, Cardi B dropped the bomb—a mystery track featuring a fellow Libra after connecting about them humbly popping sh*t. Quickly rushed with curiosity, fans began checking for clues instantly! Could it be a female rapper? Male? A seasoned vet or an emerging emcee? The mystery still remains. All we know is following up hard-hitting hits like “Like What (freestyle)” and her most recent release “Enough (Miami)“, Cardi didn’t come to play and brought Bardi Gang with her!
Cardi B: The queen of classic collaborations
Cardi B’s rapid rise could have easily been attributed to her smooth solo career. But, it is her features and collaborative culture that stand out the most. So, maintaining momentum the coming collab serves as a reminder that the music industry is a heat source where the hottest hit makers combined can create a platinum-plated hit.
While the reveal of Cardi B’s mystery artist will be a blazing moment in musical history. With the rise of streaming, the anticipation for a drop feels ever-lasting. It’s in these moments of anticipation that we are reminded that music is more than just sound. It’s a story, an event. This Cardi B collaboration brings together not just two Libra artists, but also hip-hop fans and music lovers in a guessing game that seems as joyful and inclusive as the rhymes that will be played on repeat when it’s released.
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For now, peep the full interview on the Complex YouTube channel with Speedy! Any ideas on the mysterious “Libra” artist? If so, be sure to drop them in the comments here at REMIXD Magazine!
