- Cardi B has denied rumours claiming she was brought into the music industry to replace Nicki Minaj.
- The claims resurfaced after a leaked video of rapper Ye suggested she was an “Illuminati plant.”
- On Call Her Daddy, Cardi stated her success was driven by talent and destiny, not manipulation by record labels.
- She explained that conflicts between female artists do not always indicate intentional sabotage.
- Cardi avoided mentioning Minaj by name but addressed the long-standing rivalry indirectly.
- Their feud dates back to 2018, including a physical incident at New York Fashion Week.
- Cardi’s recent comments aim to shift focus from rivalry narratives to her personal achievements in hip hop.
Grammy-winning rapper Cardi B has addressed persistent claims suggesting she was strategically introduced into the music industry to replace Nicki Minaj. The rumours reignited after a leaked video of rapper Ye alleging Cardi was an “Illuminati plant” aimed at dethroning Minaj.
Speaking on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Cardi dismissed the claims as completely unfounded. She emphasized that her success stems from her talent, hard work, and destiny rather than any orchestrated plot by a record label to sabotage another artist.
Cardi explained that she has always driven her own career and her rise was never intended to target anyone.
Cardi also addressed the perception of conflict between female rappers, noting that professional disagreements do not necessarily imply hidden agendas.
She stressed that differences in the industry often come down to personal dynamics rather than deliberate attempts to harm others.
Although Cardi avoided naming Minaj directly, her remarks appeared to counter longstanding fan narratives about rivalry.
Their feud has been public for years, most famously erupting during a 2018 incident at New York Fashion Week where a physical confrontation occurred.
Cardi’s latest comments, however, signal her desire to shift the conversation away from rivalry and highlight her accomplishments as a leading figure in hip hop.
