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Cardi B Calls Out 'Jealous' Rappers, Defends JAY-Z Sample in Zane Lowe Interview

She frames the backlash as coordinated dog piling during promotion of her second album.

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Overview

  • Speaking on Apple Music with Zane Lowe, Cardi B said some female rappers "can't stand" her and likened herself to a senior facing shots from "sophomores."
  • She addressed the reaction to her new track that reworks JAY-Z's "Imaginary Players," which has drawn scrutiny from fans and pundits.
  • Joe Budden criticized the remake on his podcast, arguing her delivery sounded choppy and advising against redoing revered East Coast classics.
  • Cardi B countered that people are dog piling over one song, targeting her voice and character while betting on her downfall.
  • She recently complained on X Spaces about "grown ass men" rooting against her and is promoting her sophomore album, Am I the Drama?, slated for release next month.