After a seven-year wait, Cardi B has officially reclaimed the spotlight. On September 19, 2025, the rap superstar dropped her long-awaited sophomore album, Am I the Drama?, via Atlantic Records — and fans wasted no time hitting play.’
Everything You Need to Know About Cardi B’s New Album: Am I the Drama?
The 23-track project, which includes collaborations with Selena Gomez, Janet Jackson, and Megan Thee Stallion, quickly shot to No. 1 on the US iTunes albums chart within 30 minutes of release. Several pre-release singles, including “Magnet,” soared back into the top 10, proving just how eager fans were for new Cardi music.
Critics are already raving. Rolling Stone gave the album 4.5 stars, calling it “a confident, high-energy return that blends star power with razor-sharp production.” The track “Magnet” has especially captured attention for its pointed lyrics, with fans speculating that Cardi is taking aim at JT and BIA.
But music wasn’t the only surprise in this rollout. Cardi also released the stunning music video for “Safe” featuring Kehlani, announced an ambitious 2026 world tour, and revealed she is pregnant with her fourth child — making this one of her most headline-grabbing moments yet.
We’re here!!!! SAFE featuring @kehlani is OUT NOW along with my new album AM I THE DRAMA? pic.twitter.com/hMdXqkA4hD
— Cardi B (@iamcardib) September 19, 2025
Am I the Drama? feels like a statement album. With its mix of cl ub-ready hits, introspective moments, and powerhouse collaborations, Cardi B is reminding everyone why she’s still one of hip-hop’s most magnetic forces.
For longtime fans and newcomers alike, this release marks the start of a new era for Cardi — one filled with bold lyrics, viral visuals, and the promise of a live tour that will keep her name on everyone’s lips well into 2026.
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