NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 12: Nicki Minaj performs onstage at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards on September 12, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)

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Nearly two decades into her career, <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/nicki-minaj-collaboration-with-loci">Nicki Minaj</a> continues to reach milestones. The mother of one has dethroned <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-wants-to-end-feuds-and-diss-tracks-aimed-at-female-rappers">Cardi B</a> as the only female rapper in the US to have the highest certified single ever with her 2010 smash hit, "Super Bass." The track appeared on the deluxe version of her debut studio album, Pink Friday.
Per Chart Data, the song has been certified 12 times platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). "@NICKIMINAJ's "Super Bass" becomes the highest certified single by a female rapper in US (@RIAA) history (12x Platinum)," the post read.&nbsp;
https://x.com/chartdata/status/1773563623647949006?s=20
Prior to this, Cardi B held that top spot with her hit song "Bodak Yellow," &nbsp;which went 11 times platinum as of 2022. Minaj shared the news with her fans on X, writing, "POW!!! thank you to Republic Records for always having my back. barrrbz!!!!!!"&nbsp;
https://x.com/NICKIMINAJ/status/1773563615573856424?s=20

Nicki Minaj's 'Super Bass' Earns Highest Certified Single Ever, Dethrones Cardi B's 'Bodak Yellow' 

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 02: Cardi B attends The 2022 Met Gala Celebrating "In America: An Anthology of Fashion" at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 02, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)

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<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-cryptic-message-im-better-now">Cardi B</a> recently jumped on Instagram Live to address the mixed reactions to her feature on Flo Milli's <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/flo-milli-makes-billboard-hot-100-debut">"Never Lose Me"</a> remix during a shopping trip at Target. The Bronx native pointed out that the track is doing quite well despite what critics have said.
"When the Flo Milli remix came out, b*tches were acting like they were so mad that I was on it," she began. "'Cardi not even gonna sound good on this.'"&nbsp;
The <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-has-had-enough-in-visual-for-new-single">"Enough"</a> rapper also claims that while many have offered their opinion on the track, they most likely haven't even heard it. However, according to Cardi, the remixed track has over 10,000 TikToks (and growing).
The mother of two also thanked the "pretty b*tches" for supporting the song and sharing clips on social media. Moreover, the Grammy Award winner noted that the song's creator, Flo Milli, "f*cking loved the verse," along with SZA, who's also featured on the track.
"...I wanna say this why you can't listen to no f*cking body," she added.&nbsp;
Check out the clip below.
https://x.com/updatesofcardi/status/1770965296154579334?s=20

Cardi B Addresses Mixed Reactions Of Verse On 'Never Lose Me' Remix During Target Trip

Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for ESSENCE

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Cardi B&rsquo;s new single, &ldquo;Enough,&rdquo; solidified her long-awaited return. However, <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/justin-timberlake-announces-world-tour-and-shares-he-recorded-100-songs-for">Justin Timberlake</a> and <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/flo-milli-makes-billboard-hot-100-debut">Flo Milli</a>&rsquo;s highly anticipated albums controlled the airwaves and headlines last weekend. This week had many new music releases, but most of them were overshadowed by the big announcements of Summer Jam and SXSW, as well as new albums from top Hip-Hop stars dropping on Friday.&nbsp;
From <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/travis-scott-hints-new-music-coming-i-gotta-kick-into-a-new-gear-they-think">Travis Scott</a> getting in the water with <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/tyla-cancels-upcoming-shows-following-health-concern-ive-been-silently">Tyla</a> to <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/bryson-tiller-self-titled-album-new-single-calypso">Bryson Tiller</a> embracing the future to Don Toliver diving in the deep end, here is a complete list of new music you might have missed this week.&nbsp;
Rapsody Sets The Record Straight &amp; &ldquo;Stand Tall&rdquo;
She addresses all the rumors, accusations, and smoke as she gears up for a buzzing new album. With aggressive, creative, and unapologetic lyrics, she reaffirms her dominant presence in hip-hop. Thrilled about the release of this upcoming album and cannot wait to see what it has in store for hip-hop.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/kelMJhur2cc?si=krLD8PJns9kXjODs
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T-Pain Joins Meghan Trainor For New Era And It&rsquo;s &ldquo;Been Like This&rdquo;
Set for Trainor&rsquo;s sixth album, she teams up with her favorite artist for a catchy 1920-sampled song. The track took over a decade to create as she tried to get in touch with Teddy P. This will be T-Pain&rsquo;s return to the top of the pop charts.
https://youtu.be/Djyg0lR6-4Q?si=29rWkGRHG5BACaSz
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DDG Runs Around And&nbsp; &ldquo;Shoot Up Your Block&rdquo;
The 26-year-old rapper features his newborn son in his music video while rapping about protecting his family. His new family kept the birth of his first child a secret to cherish the memories. The latest and previous, &ldquo;Going To The Top,&rdquo; builds on his 2024 album.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/jBTerp3R7WY?si=nZQjsjleiaqCdoUY
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Tyla &amp; Travis Scott Remix &ldquo;Water&rdquo;
Tyla and Scott appear on opposite sides of wet glass in a shadowy space in the Nabil Elderkin-directed music video. Tyla poses in the rain, while Scott joins her on the same side of the glass for his verse. Set to appear on Tyla&rsquo;s debut album.
https://youtu.be/jVduVnNMBRg?si=Agbg-b8Ej6dQiAJ_
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Teezo Touchdown Says &ldquo;DAMN!&rdquo;
The new rockstar joins DJ Zack Bia for a bouncy house track. Along with Teezo&rsquo;s popularity, the house party features a roster of celebrity cameos and a monkey. The track marks Teezo Touchdown&rsquo;s first electronic music appearance.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/tqIDHv-O_64?si=wdaqZ42v6WaS_EjL
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DaBaby Finds &ldquo;Wonder Woman&rdquo;
As Baby On Baby turns 5, the North Carolina native goes on a freaky escapade to find that one woman. More of the same from the rap star, the latest release delivers hilarious antics with the usual raps. The road to redemption continues.
https://youtu.be/zqbgxO7X1hI?si=dUBQ8zN_gIQnm0su
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Trippie Redd Is &ldquo;LWRW&rdquo;
The new song and visual talks about a range of topics, from his chopper to his romantic escapades to luxurious trips to Dubai, all set to a gentle piano-driven beat. The infectiousness of the hook cannot be denied, despite its unconventional approach.
https://youtu.be/sb0FNy4Wkis?si=lAtJXqUBiuATBnb5
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Omarion Is &ldquo;Taking Off&rdquo;
The lead single from his latest release continues his introspective journey into the unbothered. It&rsquo;s a vibe that prepares fans for his new tour, which is coming to a city near you.
https://youtu.be/8lyXQZlr-Yo?si=d19ZB_VJlbmkw2uZ
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Bryson Tiller Embraces The Future With &ldquo;Calypso&rdquo;
Pen Griffey is coming out with a new album and previews it with a new song. The first track from the album showcases Tiller's unique blend of compelling lyrics and captivating rhythms. The album promises to explore innovative sound and heartfelt storytelling.
https://youtu.be/XgumD6oWOD8?si=1Ful49YG4rjxaeEm
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Big Sean Flips J.Dilla To Talk To &ldquo;Old Sean&rdquo;
Sean Don is dropping a new album and has released a freestyle to give fans a taste. The freestyle reflects on his past and pays tribute to Detroit legend J.Dilla. Sean also pokes at modern hip hop&rsquo;s Big 3: Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and J. Cole, which will cause some mention across social media.&nbsp;
https://x.com/BigSean/status/1770565507466535276?s=20
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42Dugg Hits The Streets &ldquo;Wock N Red&rdquo;
The Detroit rapper's latest release showcases great music despite navigating controversy. His upcoming album will showcase his gritty street raps and flashy lifestyle, keeping his fans satisfied.
https://youtu.be/6SpH6uYVse8?si=8O8l9ncRD6RyZ7cp
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Don Toliver Dives &ldquo;Deep In The Water&rdquo;
Fans eagerly await the rap star's 2024 album, which promises to showcase Toliver's trademark appeal and cement his position as one of today's most exciting artists. The new dad has produced some of his best music yet, with a dark visual emerging as the centerpiece.
https://youtu.be/IgoxNaN2GlU?si=NofwJlJ1h-0epUU0
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Vedo Seduces With &ldquo;Spinn On You&rdquo;
A captivating release by the master of seduction, set to become a playlist favorite.&ldquo;When I wrote the song it&rsquo;s obvious that I&rsquo;m thinking about spinning the block and wanting that old thing back,&rdquo; he said in the press release. &ldquo;My vision for the song isn&rsquo;t just wanting to have one last encounter, but also Spinn the Block on your girl/wife, pull up to their job bring some flowers, lunch etc, Spinn some time, Spinn some money on her. Spinn, even when you already have her/him, to always be in pursuit of one&rsquo;s heart.&rdquo;
https://youtu.be/ozHtquqPHIM?si=casrXrThpOPoRs46
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Debbie Says &ldquo;It&rsquo;s Been A Week&rdquo;
The Def Jam singer's new track focuses on the difficulties of growing up after a breakup. &ldquo;I always wanted to experience romantic love growing up,&rdquo; said Debbie in a press release. &ldquo;I think it&rsquo;s because I was quite isolated and the only example of romance I had was TV and movies. Unfortunately, that led me to some dumb decisions, as I was kinda naive to the reality of finding &ldquo;true love&rdquo;. It&rsquo;s been a week is a reflection (albeit a dramatic one) of pain and regret I was feeling with one particular lover. I was just expressing myself and escaping.&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
https://open.spotify.com/track/7ubDr5F9DWHYZjFX42jHnp?go=1&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=bd40fe646b614d0a
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BigXThaPlug Is A Superstar, &ldquo;MMHMM&rdquo;
BigX becomes a successful rapper and takes a leap of faith out of a helicopter to symbolize his achievement in the music industry. The music video showcases enthusiastic fans, a thrilling skydiving stunt, news segments, and more, all accompanied by his smooth rhymes.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/x_WayannFys?si=aVH1tvSKAtTSXDKj
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BigXThaPlug &amp; Ro$ama Unlocks &ldquo;Beast Mode&rdquo;
Dallas duo goes beast mode in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire soundtrack with hard-hitting verses. X and his prot&eacute;g&eacute; Ro$ama are competing for the throne in the hip-hop industry, and it's inevitable that there will be a shift in power come 2024.
https://youtu.be/tghkvFL9Cko?si=Zh_XmmMQfznhU_Ue
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J$PHLive Got Game With &ldquo;Imperfect Luv&rdquo;
In his new clip, the viral recording artist recreates the iconic bus stop scene of Jesus Shuttlesworth and Lala to restore love. The Dallas native hypnotizes love interest with slick-talking wordplay filled with a well-balanced delivery of charm and explicit persuasion to cement everlasting love. However, this love story doesn&rsquo;t end like the movie.
https://youtu.be/PJ7_IKGjHhI?si=vyjUBjaM0jq92pou
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Bryson Cole Has No More Love
The Denton, Texas native taps King Los and The WRLDFMS Tony Williams for a 16-track exploration of the ups and downs of love. Cole's stories are clever, catchy, and magnetic. This album is perfect for new fans. He's one of the year's best new underground artists.
https://open.spotify.com/album/75JDv2ahbgT9MQw31CZn0L
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Rapsody, Big Sean, T-Pain, Don Toliver + More New Music You Might Have Missed This Week

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 12: Cardi B attends the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 12, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/FilmMagic)

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<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-reveals-glorilla-is-her-biological-cousin">Cardi B</a> is back and with a bang. The Bronx-bred rapper recently released the official music video for her latest single, "Enough(Miami)."&nbsp;
The mother of two raps fiercely about her frustration with peers and internet trolls while showing off her tempting figure. "Me verse you and you know who they pickin'/ Cheap and expensive, you knowin' the difference/ You know that it's hittin', you know what it's givin'/Hair, nails, polar bear/ I can survive in the coldest conditions."
Not only that, but Cardi B has also treated her fans with another recent release with the <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-acquires-a-coach-bag-after-reaction-from-like-what-freestyle-lyric">"Like What(Freestyle),"</a> accompanied by a music video. The pair of songs are expected to appear on her <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-is-preparing-to-drop-and-doesnt-care-what-fans-have-to-say-about-it">highly-anticipated sophomore album</a>. Her debut album,&nbsp;Invasion Of Privacy, was released in April 2018.
Check out the video for "Enough(Miami)" below.
https://youtu.be/narFtb5tdTQ?si=bPzt1zGGhJW9iWae

Cardi B Has Had 'Enough,' In Visual For New Single

Photo by Randy Shropshire/Getty Images for Spotify

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<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/yesjulz-to-kanye-west-f-ck-an-nda-sue-me">Ye</a> scored his first #1 single in a decade, while <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-turns-up-the-heat-with-cover-art-for-new-single-enough-miami">Cardi B</a> teased her return to music and <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/don-toliver-on-charlie-wilson-working-w-offset-flying-anxiety-kali-uchis">Offset</a> hit the road. A few buzzing acts also dropped some must-hear new tracks this week.
From Kyle smiling again to&nbsp;<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/russ-jim-jones-dababy-g-herbo-offset-saweetie-more-new-music-you-might-have">Russ</a> linking up with DJ Premier to Fabolous&rsquo;s return to R&amp;B, here is a complete rundown of new music you might have missed this week.
KYLE Is &lsquo;Smyle Again&rsquo;
KYLE, the artist behind the hit song "ISpy," is back with a new album called Smyle Again. KYLE collaborated with Tinashe on "Who's Taking You Home" for his latest album. He also released "WOAH," "Suddenly," and "Somethin Bout U" with Teezo and Touchdown. Lastly, he dropped "Forever &amp; Ever &amp; Ever &amp; Even After That".
https://open.spotify.com/album/5SmUcpJVuEdQu5Gv7gSSsI?si=OwH5G2Q8Sj27uwsDFBr_0g
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Darren Waller Passes The &ldquo;Faith Test&rdquo;
Darren Waller, a star player for the New York Giants and a rising recording artist, is preparing to release his new album. His first single, "Faith Test," is a motivational track that emphasizes the importance of living with faith and positivity. In the song, Waller shares a story about determination, accompanied by visuals directed by ARod2up.
https://youtu.be/sdZcOpwXPNE?si=sA2zBeD7I0DunpPw
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Tank Returns With Fabolous In &ldquo;Before We Get Started&rdquo;
Tank comes out of retirement with a new song to prepare for a U.S. tour. R&amp;B Money calls on the proclaimed best hip-hop act for R&amp;B songs in Fabolous to deliver an astonishing love song. The new collaboration is a great appetizer before the dessert arrives. Fab&rsquo;s current run is unstoppable.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/6IXpHilqwhY?si=SqgdW3klleHENj5V
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Tinashe &ldquo;Zoom&rdquo; To The Dancefloor With Machinedrum
Tinashe hits the dancefloor with Machinedrum for a sizzling lead single from the dance act&rsquo;s new album. Her hypnotizing vocals spellbound you from beginning to end while Machinedrum makes you bounce with soothing bass. Plan to hear this song in heavy rotation this summer.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/JlV8zVUgdLM?si=N3tIS0Q761Am8tep
Lola Brooke, Big Freedia, &amp; A Boogie With Da Hoodie Make You Want To &ldquo;Bend It Ova&rdquo;
Who would have though we needed a collaboration between Lola Brooke, Big Freedia, and A Boogie With Da Hoodie? The upbeat track is an interpolation of Juvenile's breakout Cash Money Records hit "Back That Azz Up" and showcases the flare and intensity of New Orleans bounce music while spotlighting the swag and dimensionality of the New York City rap scene.
https://youtu.be/7iR7bXm_CMQ?si=81cqwpVp6EKp_w3s
DJ Premier &amp; Russ &ldquo;Work This Out&rdquo;
DJ Premier and Russ reunite on their new R&amp;B single. The track features yearning keyboards and Russ' contemplative vocals, creating a pining love letter to his significant other. According to DJ Premier, they recorded the track the night before Russ left for his tour. "Work This Out" serves as a reminder that relationships can be complicated, but with the help of DJ Premier and Russ, maybe they can be worked out.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/AlX5W5SM9Gg?si=TkVg66--fWSp9QH0
Ming Lunali Introduces Herself With Rakeem Love&rsquo;s &ldquo;Do It Again&rdquo;
Nicki Minaj seeks to make a name for herself in music with this debut feature on the rising Rakeem. On &ldquo;Do It Again,&rdquo; Lunali solidifies her own identity with indifferent vocals, lyrics, and delivery. Distancing herself from her sibling&rsquo;s starpower, the new artist is on the right path and we can&rsquo;t wait for what she releases next.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/bh9_eNCYZ5U?si=HTKNf6PTMx4dhjLZ
DAX Salutes Jay-Z &ldquo;Blueprint 2&rdquo; With Remix
The Canadian rapper known for his admiration of Eminem recently released a new freestyle called "Blueprint 2." It's a remix of JAZ's 2002 track with the same name, which was also the title track of Jay-Z's album. The song references the "Ether" vs. "Takeover" debate between Jay-Z and Nas.
https://youtu.be/WZddPZUhbhg?si=MGqMGvm1HW9E6c6A
Joyner Lucas &amp; Conway The Machine Are Ready For The &ldquo;Sticks &amp; Stones&rdquo;
Joyner has announced the release of his sophomore studio album, "Not Now I&rsquo;m Busy," on March 22, along with the unveiling of its official artwork. His latest single, "Sticks &amp; Stones," features introspective bars about dealing with fame and betrayal from loved ones. The song also marks his first release of 2024, following his previous single, "24 Hours to Live," which was released in the fall of 2023.
https://youtu.be/pQNsvNQeJvM?si=k7i6QWdzkHAgKw3D
Rexx Life Raj Spends A &ldquo;Couple Months In LA&rdquo;
In the industry for a decade, Rexx talks about the toll that moving to Los Angeles has taken on him mentally. Perfect for new fans as the artist discovers new sounds and music connect with new generation.
https://youtu.be/d-CuSNr_TQk?si=p2A35LiAUoV6WnYj
Fridayy Can&rsquo;t Live &ldquo;Without You&rdquo;
The new sentimental song and video is dedicated to Fridayy's late father and written for those who have experienced a similar loss of a loved one.
https://youtu.be/NE5Owakuj8I?si=uwCVTmUxu7-wv8FS
Raf Saperra Delivers &lsquo;5 Deadly Venomz&rsquo;
Catchy lyrics, consistency, and a great team are behind British-Punjabi artist Raf-Saperra's must-hear appetizer, 5 Deadly Venomz, which excites his forthcoming breakthrough album. The five-song project allows Punjabi influences to dictate the flow and feel of the record instead of sacrificing the spirit of the sound. In addition to the highlighted features by Conway The Machine and Dave East, 5 Deadly Venomz includes the breakout songs &ldquo;Hood Harvest,&rdquo; &ldquo;Ranjha,&rdquo; and &ldquo;Venomz Boliyan.&rdquo;
https://open.spotify.com/album/5acqqEhCjJGAwQdzZROohH
Sukihana Is "Selling" Something
Known for her suggestive content, the popular rap star delivers signature raw and unapologetic style to solidify her place as one of the most exciting voices in the hip-hop scene. It really is going to be a hot girl summer with Sukihana on the scene.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/VdmhycmORKE?si=1Jt7v6ywD_taVxhh

Fabolous, DJ Premier, Tinashe, Fridayy + More New Music You Might Have Missed This Week

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 01: Cardi B attends The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating "Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty" at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)

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<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-says-she-dont-play-after-seemingly-getting-into-an-altercation-at">Cardi B</a> decided to bear it all on her cover art for her upcoming single, "Enough (Miami)."
The Bronx rapper took to Instagram to share the news. She is pictured looking more stunning than ever as she sensually poses nude on a white satin bed, with long black tresses cascading across her body. The track is expected to be released on Friday (March 15). &nbsp;
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C4Y9MWru5A_/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">https://www.instagram.com/p/C4Y9MWru5A_/utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==</a>
The mother of two also shared a snippet of the song. "I could survive in the coldest conditions/ B**ches is washed, soap in the dishes/ I apply pressure like boa constrictors," she raps. "One b*tch, two b*tch, old b**ch, new b*tch/ None of y'all b*tches not gon' do sh*t/I'm in Miami, I pull up on cruise ships/ You in Miami, four h**s to a room sh*t."
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4O2jQ_MnSh/utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
&nbsp; This new single would serve as a follow-up to her "<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-shares-like-what-music-video-directed-by-offset">Like What (Freestyle)</a>," which was dropped off earlier this month. Both tracks are expected to appear on Cardi's highly-anticipated sophomore album.&nbsp;

Cardi B Turns Up The Heat With Cover Art For New Single, 'Enough (Miami)'

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<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/draya-michele-announcing-shes-pregnant-with-a-baby-girl">Supermodel</a> Zita Vass sparked controversy by questioning why she can't say the "N-word" in songs at live concerts.&nbsp;
In an Instagram post with a series of videos that was captioned, &ldquo;THE N WORD - Warning #controversial #africanamericans,&rdquo; she asked her 775,000 followers the following:&nbsp;
&ldquo;So this is something that has been on my mind for years. Years and years. And I think everyone is a little too scared to talk about it and I understand why because if we say anything about this situation. There is a lot of backlash. I am not a person who cares what your backlash is.&nbsp; Maybe I need to be the one to say it. But I think it&rsquo;s time, you know. We&rsquo;re evolving and, like, why not bring this topic up? So It has to do with the &lsquo;N-word,&rsquo; which is so controversial. I get it. And if there is something I don&rsquo;t get, please, inform me and let me know.&rdquo;
https://www.instagram.com/p/C4RLMxCCYp8/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
She continued: &ldquo;So the point is and what I want to know. When I am at a concert that I paid money for. And I&rsquo;m enjoying the music of an African American artist that I support financially, just as everybody else in the audience. And I love their lyrics. I am there in good spirits, so clearly, I&rsquo;m not a racist, right? But I can&rsquo;t sing along to all the words in the song, right? Because when the &lsquo;N-word&rsquo; comes up. For some reason, I&rsquo;ma shut my mouth. One time I tried to have this conversation with an African American gentleman, and he got very upset with me and I still don&rsquo;t understand why. And I&rsquo;m trying to understand.&rdquo;
The 34-year-old California native is best known for modeling in Guess advertisements. Her resume includes work in Vogue, Maxim, and Elle.&nbsp;
Vass admits ignorance but believes it is &ldquo;obnoxious&rdquo; that everybody can not sing a word in a song.&nbsp;
&ldquo;I think the point of this is &hellip; This doesn&rsquo;t exist in any other culture. I think it&rsquo;s kinda &lsquo;obnoxious&rsquo; at this point. And if there is something I&rsquo;m missing, let me know. Because, at this point, I really think it&rsquo;s obnoxious at this point that everybody, who is not African American, cannot sing this word. Even if they are there in good spirits and have love for the same ... There is no other culture &ndash; that I know of &ndash; so maybe it is ignorance on my part. Anybody can be wrong about anything. But I&rsquo;ve never heard of anybody not being able to say a word about anything, you know. I think this is something that people need to get over. Seriously.&rdquo;
She clarifies that she just wants to be able to sing the word at a concert; however, not use it in everyday dialogue based on artists using the word as a &ldquo;term of endearment.&rdquo;
&ldquo;The N-word is not derogatory,&rdquo; she concluded. &ldquo;You use it as a term of endearment towards each other. So, when I hear it in your music. I also want to use it as a term of endearment. But I&rsquo;m not going to go that far and say hey, now, I want to be able to say &lsquo;Hey, what up my&hellip;,&rsquo; to my friends. I just want to be able to go to a concert and not have to, suddenly, like a weirdo, pause, when a word comes up because I might get accused of being a bad person. Makes no sense, OK? I&rsquo;m just trying to understand.&rdquo;
Since March 8, the supermodel&rsquo;s post has received over 6,000 likes and 709 comments. On Monday&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2024/03/11/guess-model-zita-vass-open-educating-self-n-word-song-concert-stance/">TMZ Live</a>, she defended her take on the topic and invited others to educate her.
https://youtu.be/hHri5tlIriM?si=58jwByIAEUDjt2oP
From <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/kendrick-lamar-shares-new-music-for-upcoming-chanel-s-s-24-show">Kendrick Lamar</a> to <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/lil-baby-responds-to-alleged-leaked-man-on-man-sex-tape-aint-no-mystery-in">Lil Baby</a> to <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/fat-joe-cameos-in-new-jennifer-lopez-musical-this-is-me-now-watch-trailer">Fat Joe</a>, the conversation about the use of the n-word in music has been a hot-button topic since the early 2000s. Kendrick Lamar references his 2018 Hangout Festival performance in the Mr. Morale &amp; The Big Steppers track "Auntie Diaries."&nbsp;
He raps: &ldquo;That time I brung a fan on stage to rap / But disapproved the word that she couldn't say with me / You said, "Kendrick, ain't no room for contradiction / To truly understand love, switch position / 'Faggot, faggot, faggot,' we can say it together / But only if you let a white girl say 'Nigga'"
That Mexican OT recently spoke on recently deciding to refrain from using the word in his music during an interview with Bootleg Kev.
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Supermodel Zita Vass Asks Why She Can’t Say The “N-Word” At Live Concerts, Open To Education

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 12: Cardi B attends the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards at Prudential Center on September 12, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for MTV)

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Despite <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/camron-calls-out-cardi-b-cardi-you-dry-snitching-type-sh-t">Cardi B</a>'s diss of Coach in her "Like What (Freestyle)," where she raps, "Like a Coach bag, baby, this ain't what you want," the rapper seemingly put the controversy to rest after purchasing a Coach bag during a recent shopping trip. Cardi shared a video of her shopping trip via TikTok, ironically while carrying a pink Birkin bag.&nbsp;
"Come with me to buy a Coach bag," she captioned the post. Ultimately, the Bronx rapper settled on a yellow quilted Coach Tabby Shoulder Bag, a popular choice from the iconic brand.&nbsp;
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Cardi B buys Coach bag in new TikTok 😭👜 <a href="https://t.co/9DL53cSXVh">pic.twitter.com/9DL53cSXVh</a>
&mdash; The Female Rap Room (@girlsinrap) <a href="https://twitter.com/girlsinrap/status/1765121303344730423?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 5, 2024</a></blockquote>
&nbsp; In other news, the mother of two recently announced she's ready to drop her highly anticipated sophomore album. Cardi says <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-is-preparing-to-drop-and-doesnt-care-what-fans-have-to-say-about-it">"anxiety" will not stop her</a> this time around.&nbsp;

Cardi B Acquires A Coach Bag After Reaction From 'Like What (Freestyle)' Lyric

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 11: Cam'ron performs onstage during Hip Hop 50 Live at Yankee Stadium on August 11, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images)

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<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/camron-says-hell-never-hook-up-with-erykah-badu-heres-why">Cam&rsquo;Ron</a> ain&rsquo;t feeling <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-is-preparing-to-drop-and-doesnt-care-what-fans-have-to-say-about-it">Cardi&rsquo; B</a>&rsquo;s new freestyle and sends a few shots in her direction on Monday (March 4). The Harlem legend wrote a long caption in an Instagram post addressing the Bronx rap star. It reads:
&ldquo;Yo <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iamcardib/">@iamcardib</a> this ain&rsquo;t &ldquo;BardiB&rdquo; stand on them bars!! I followed you 10yrs ago cause u ain&rsquo;t give a fuck!! Now you copping a plea!! Lol. How u &ldquo;ain&rsquo;t on no rich shit&rdquo; and you RICH?&nbsp; Fuck them people. U earned the right to wear what the fuck you want. I miss high bridge Cardi. Now u snitching on me 13yrs later? Glad we ain&rsquo;t do no crime together J/k (a lil bit) love u sis. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/staystrongtho/">#staystrongTho</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/thisisntbxapproved/">#ThisIsntBxApproved</a> lol.&rdquo;
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Cardi B made some remarks about fashion brand Coach in her new freestyle, which sparked Cam&rsquo;Ron&rsquo;s remarks. In &ldquo;<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-shares-like-what-music-video-directed-by-offset">Like What</a>,&rdquo; Cardi raps, &ldquo;Classy and a cunt/ Blocks and money getting spunt/ Like, like what?/ Like a Coach bag, baby, this ain&rsquo;t what you want.&rdquo;
&ldquo;Like What&rdquo; is Cardi&rsquo;s first new release in 2024 and the music video was directed by her husband <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/offset-breaks-his-silence-amid-breakup-with-cardi-b">Offset</a>.&nbsp;
An old video of Cardi explaining that the line was inspired by Cam&rsquo;ron&rsquo;s similar diss on his 2011 track &ldquo;Hey Muma&rdquo; with Vado surfaced. On &ldquo;Hey Muma,&rdquo; Cam raps, &ldquo;Yo, girl, get a notepad/ You ain&rsquo;t got no swag/ And you so fine, it&rsquo;s so sad/ Still riding coach, need a Coach bag/ Let me coach you, no coach tags/ Get rid of that Coach bag.&rdquo;
&ldquo;In 2011, everybody started getting rid of their Coach shit,&rdquo; said Cardi in the old clip. &ldquo;Honest truth, it was really because of Cam&rsquo;ron.&rdquo;
Killa Cam would use the video in his response on Instagram. Before calling out Cardi, Cam&rsquo;Ron was releasing new music and freestyles as his new sports show with <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/mase-gifts-camron-usd1k-for-each-year-they-werent-friends">Mase</a> receives high praise.

Cam’Ron Calls Out Cardi B: "You Dry Snitching Type S***!”

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<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-announces-new-limited-edition-strawberry-whipshots-for-valentines">Cardi B</a> returns to music after a hiatus with buzzing new freestyle &ldquo;Like What.&rdquo; Her husband, Offset, directed the music video. The new release marks the first from the Bronx native in 2024.&nbsp;
Cardi posted a clip of the music video with a caption saying "Let me put some GAS in this year" on Instagram.
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Worth the wait, Cardi roars with the signature energy, succulent look, and raw lyricism. As she strolls through the lavish mansion in a bathing suit and chinchilla, she raps, &ldquo;Classy and a c*nt / Blocks and money gettin&rsquo; spunt / Like what? / Like a Coach bag, baby, this ain&rsquo;t what you want / If I ask for it, all I wanna hear is, &lsquo;Yes&rsquo; / B*tch said she wanna be my opp, God bless / Look, I ain&rsquo;t even got dressed / Any L that I took, come after YS.&rdquo;
&ldquo;LIke What&rdquo; samples the Missy Elliott classic, &ldquo;She&rsquo;s A Bitch,&rdquo; from 1999&rsquo;s Da Real World. Cardi promises more new music to come after the release of "Like What." "This is just the beginning&hellip;stay tuned."&nbsp;
Fans have been patiently waiting for the follow-up to Cardi&rsquo;s 2018 debut album. While she has kept her fans pleased with hit collaborations such as &ldquo;Wap&rdquo; with Megan Thee Stallion and &ldquo;Tomorrow 2&rdquo; with GloRilla, her sophomore album, currently untitled, has been in development for years. Offset teased unreleased music by Cardi on social media and asked her to release the album.
The song and music video comes in the midst of the couple enduring a rocky marriage. Although Cardi B confirmed their breakup in December, they have been seen <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-and-offset-spotted-together-on-a-v-day-dinner-date-in-miami-amid">spending holidays</a> together and admitted to <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-spends-nye-with-offset-reveals-they-slept-together">bonding</a>.
Next month, Offset will embark on his Set It Off tour. The tour supports his new album of the same title featuring Don Toliver, Travis Scott, Future, and, of course, Cardi B.&nbsp;
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Cardi B Shares “Like What” Music Video Directed By Offset

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OnlyFans

From <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/rachel-dolezal-responds-after-being-fired-for-onlyfans-account">Rachel Dolezal</a>&rsquo;s termination to <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/iggy-azalea-is-done-with-music-but-delivers-liberating-performance-at-avn">Iggy Azalea</a>&rsquo;s decision to focus on adult content to John Cena <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/you-cant-unsee-me-john-cena-joins-onlyfans">launching</a> an account in promotion of his new film, <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/snoop-dogg-turns-down-opportunity-to-pull-that-thang-out-on-onlyfans">OnlyFans</a> has been making headlines and a lot of money for content creators as a side hustle, according to new reports.
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Workers are making the most money on content subscription services over supplemental employment with Walmart, GrubHub, Instacart, and DoorDash, according to <a href="https://www.keepertax.com/research/the-united-states-of-side-hustles">Keeper</a>'s tax filing service, as reported by the <a href="https://nypost.com/2024/02/23/business/onlyfans-most-lucrative-side-hustle-for-freelancers-report/">NY Post</a> on Feb. 23. According to Keeper, among the 2,200 submitted W-9 and 1099 forms in 2023, OnlyFans content creators made a median annual income of $4,995.
Keeper reports that a side hustle at Walmart provided an additional annual income of $3,677, while an Instacart delivery driver earned an additional $3,445, and GrubHub contractor made $3,085 per year. DoorDash drivers made $2,636 in median yearly earnings.
Launched in 2016, OnlyFans allows content creators to share exclusive content behind a paywall. The social media platform includes some of the biggest celebrities in pop culture such as Bella Thorne, Whitney Cummings, and Denise Richards. OnlyFans creators have earned over $8 billion from the platform since the launch.&nbsp;
Cardi B, Iggy Azalea, Rubi Rose, and Bhad Bhabie are some of the top earners on the platform. <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/iggy-azalea-makes-over-300k-in-24-hours-on-onlyfans">Azalea</a> earned $300,000 within 24 hours of launching her OnlyFans account in 2023. While <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/snoop-dogg-turns-down-opportunity-to-pull-that-thang-out-on-onlyfans">Snoop Dogg</a> turned the opportunity, other rap stars <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/kash-doll-joins-onlyfans-to-share-unreleased-music">Kash Doll</a>, Asian Doll, and <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/blueface-admits-he-only-proposed-to-jaidyn-alexis-to-make-her-happy">Blueface</a> recently joined OnlyFans.
A <a href="https://www.bankrate.com/personal-finance/side-hustle-survey/%5C">recent survey</a> shared that 39% of Americans have side hustles, while 49% believe they will always need a side hustle.

New Report: OnlyFans Tops DoorDash, Instacart As The Most Profitable Side Hustle

 Offset and Cardi B attend the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards at Prudential Center on September 12, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Catherine Powell/Getty Images for MTV)

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Cardi B and Offset were spotted on a Valentine's Day dinner date at Carbone in Miami. Although this does not necessarily mean the two are back together after Cardi announced <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-makes-first-public-appearance-following-breakup-with-offset">separation</a> in December 2023.&nbsp;
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Before and after dinner, the couple met fans and signed autographs. In addition to Christmas and <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-spends-nye-with-offset-reveals-they-slept-together">New Year's Eve</a>, Valentine's Day marks the third holiday outing with the two <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-spends-nye-with-offset-reveals-they-slept-together">together</a>. She went off on fans in January for speculating that the couple had reunited after hosting an Instagram Live session in which she <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-goes-off-on-offset-in-emotional-rant-youve-really-been-doing-me">blasted</a> her estranged husband in early December.
Cardi admitted that she and Offset are still having sex while separated and attending therapy together. They have two children together, Kulture and Wave.
Cardi B unveiled a strawberry-flavored <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-announces-new-limited-edition-strawberry-whipshots-for-valentines">Whipshot</a> limited edition for Valentine's Day. At press time, there was no official word of new music on the way. Cardi&rsquo;s name has been mentioned in the new feud between <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/megan-thee-stallion-vs-nicki-minaj-the-complete-timeline-and-who-won">Megan Thee Stallion and Nicki Minaj </a>that has surfaced a feud between <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/ice-spice-reignites-beef-with-latto-heres-why">Latto and Ice Spice</a>.&nbsp;
Offset is scheduled to hit the road next month on his first solo tour supporting his new album.
Ebro in the Morning dissected the beef between Cardi B and Nicki Minaj in 2022. Check it out.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/n2kFvfGPUiM?si=VgzXgV-DhRCvlN4h

Cardi B & Offset Spotted Together On A V-Day Dinner Date In Miami Amid Separation

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Offset and Cardi B’s relationship has sparked a lot of rumors on social media lately. The two have been back and forth on posting details regarding their personal disputes, giving fans speculation that they might be a little toxic toward each other. In an Instagram post on Wednesday (July 26), Cardi announced a new song with Offset releasing Friday titled ‘Jealousy.’ The image she shared contained a parental advisory logo, foreshadowing the potential cover art for the track.Furthermore, in honor of James Brown, Offset made a parody of one of his most notorious interviews to advertise the track. In the midst of this, Offset laughed off any “drama” rumors about his marriage with Cardi. The humorous interview featured Jamie Lee Curtis as the host. Curtis spoke to Offset about how “fans are saying there’s a lot of drama between you and your beautiful wife, Cardi B.” The rapper then continued to laugh it off, leading to Curtis asking, “Okay, you’re not gonna answer my f question, are you?” in an irritated tone.The two continued the conversation, with Offset hardly recognizing Curtis’ questions. Alternatively, he decided to recite his lyrics instead and say, “Let’s talk about some music.” Before the interview was over, “July 28th” was mentioned, which is the release date of the couple’s upcoming single.After a series of conversations about the state of their marriage, Cardi revealed that she would gladly divorce Offset if he ever disrespected her. “I don’t be outside like that, so when I do be outside, these ballplayers, these rappers, and these dudes — they see me,” she stated. Cardi proceeded with “So every time you try to bring turmoil to my marriage, I’m just saying, y’all know what’s gonna happen next. We’re gonna get a divorce, and people are gonna be mad nosey, and mad happy.”Subsequently, she announced “an album, and people are gonna wanna hear the album because of it. Another rich n-gga’s gonna cuff me. And what? What’ll be the point that y’all are tryna make?” Later, Offset responded on Twitter by posting laugh emojis and saying, “Fly like a bird.” The two almost filed for divorce in the past, so their new single on Friday should be very exciting to hear them open up on this topic.https://www.instagram.com/p/CvLC3L3uMUx/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Cardi B And Offset Turn Rocky Romance Rumors Into New Single ‘Jealousy’

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Months after a man unsuccessfully sued <a href="https://www.hot97.com/summer-jam/cardi-b-brings-out-glorilla-latto-and-21-savage-for-hot-97-summer-jam-performance" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cardi B</a> after his back tattoo was photoshopped onto her Gangsta B**ch Music Vol. 1 mixtape cover, he has agreed to repay the rapper $350,000 for the legal expenses she spent to defeat his lawsuit.According to <a href="https://www.billboard.com/business/legal/cardi-b-accuser-agrees-pay-350k-legal-bill-tattoo-lawsuit-fails-1235352281/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Billboard</a>, Kevin Brophy’s lawyers told a federal judge Monday (June 12) that he would not only reimburse the money that the Bronx rapper had spent on her attorneys but also voluntarily end his efforts to revive the case and waive any chance at a future appeal. “The parties now have reached an agreement avoiding the necessity of defendants’ motion for attorney’s fees and application to tax costs,” the two sides wrote in the filing.In 2017, Brophy sued Cardi in 2017 for millions, claiming he was “devastated, humiliated and embarrassed” by the cover of Cardi B’s mixtape. The image featured the then-rising star drinking from a beer bottle while staring directly into the camera with her legs spread wide and holding a man’s head while he appears to perform oral sex on her.The man on the cover was a model who consented to the photoshoot, but a giant tattoo on his back belonged to Brophy. Apparently the "UP" rapper didn't know that her freelance graphic designer had typed “back tattoos” into Google Image Search and edited onto the model’s body.According to Billboard, Brophy’s lawsuit claimed that Cardi B and others involved in the cover had used his likeness without his consent and also violated his right to privacy by casting him in a “false light” that was “highly offensive.” Cardi’s lawyers called the allegations “sheer fantasy” and “vastly overblown."

Man Agrees To Pay Cardi B $350,000 In Legal Fees For Failed Tattoo Lawsuit

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Tasha K reportedly filed for bankruptcy.Court documents obtained by The Neighborhood Talk Blog say the blogger filed for Chapter 11. <a href="https://bossip.com/2338287/tasha-k-files-bankruptcy-cardi-b-defamation-suit/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bossip</a> points out, unlike other forms of debt relief, Chapter 11 won’t clear Tasha of the $4 million a judge ordered her to pay Cardi. In addition, a debtor will be able to keep their assets so their business can stay afloat while sticking to a court-approved payment plan for the debt under Chapter 11. Cardi’s legal team would have to agree to the compromise for repayment, according to the article. According to the documents, Tasha has $95 in her Chase checking account and over $100,000 in assets, including her car, furniture, jewelry, and clothes. https://www.instagram.com/p/CssSiH8MQki/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==<a target="_blank" href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-goes-after-tasha-ks-property-to-collect-4-million-debt-tasha-k-responds" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tasha </a>was ordered to pay the Bronx <a target="_blank" href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/kanye-west-sends-a-message-to-adidas-by-opening-an-office-right-next-door" rel="noreferrer noopener">rapper </a>millions after losing a defamation case. Although Tasha has been claiming she’s broke, Cardi’s legal team is making sure the “Clout” rapper is getting her coins! A few weeks ago, Cardi was able to receive nearly $10,000 of Tasha’s YouTube money. Last month, Tasha's<a target="_blank" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/cardi-b-goes-after-tasha-k-property-to-collect-money-won-in-lawsuit/" rel="noreferrer noopener"> property</a> was in danger. As reported on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.xxlmag.com/cardi-b-tasha-k-property-lawsuit-debt/" rel="noreferrer noopener">XXL</a>, a writ of execution was filed against her on April 20, but in the latest report, she’s not evicted. In 2019, Cardi filed a <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/lil-wayne-could-be-called-to-testify-in-young-thug-trial-takeoffs-alleged-killer-out-on-bond" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">lawsuit</a> and admitted during federal court, that the lies caused her to suffer from suicidal thoughts. Last year in September, Tasha appealed the verdict, but one month later, a judge ordered Tasha to pay up immediately.Cardi B. will touch that Hot 97 Summer Jam stage on June 4 at UBS Arena. Get tickets now on <a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/hot-97-summer-jam-tickets/artist/1027834" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ticketmaster</a>.