Cardi B Achieves Second Billboard 200 No 1 Album With AM I THE DRAMA
Cardi B’s New Album AM I THE DRAMA? Takes the Top Spot on Billboard 200
Cardi B is celebrating a significant achievement as her latest album, AM I THE DRAMA?, debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, dated October 4, 2025. The album has garnered an impressive 200,000 equivalent album units in the United States for the week ending on September 25, according to data from Luminate. This marks the highest first-week sales for an R&B/hip-hop album by a female artist in 2025.
Cardi B’s Chart-Topping Success with AM I THE DRAMA?
AM I THE DRAMA? is Cardi B’s second studio album, following her critically acclaimed debut, Invasion of Privacy, which topped the charts in 2018. This new project has quickly established itself as a major player, illustrating the artist’s enduring popularity and musical prowess.
Inside the Release Strategy of AM I THE DRAMA?
The album’s release strategy played a crucial role in its success, inclusive of various formats and editions that appealed to fans. The album is available in multiple versions:
- 19-track digital download
- 20-track CD edition
- Vinyl edition
- 23-track streaming edition
- Special editions with bonus live videos
- Exclusive artist webstore editions
Additionally, the album features several cover variants, including limited signed editions and a unique “courtroom edition” reflecting Cardi’s recent high-profile experiences. These special editions sold primarily through Cardi B’s webstore and select independent record stores.
Notable Tracks from AM I THE DRAMA?
The album includes several Billboard Hot 100-charted hits, showcasing Cardi’s strong appeal:
- “Outside” – peaked at No. 10 in July
- “Imaginary Playerz” – reached No. 70 in August
- “Up” – debuted at No. 1 in March 2021
- “WAP” (featuring Megan Thee Stallion) – reached No. 1 in August 2020
Soundtrack Highlights: Nine Inch Nails’ TRON: Ares Debuts
In the latest Billboard 200 rankings, Nine Inch Nails’ soundtrack for TRON: Ares debuted at No. 5, marking the band’s first top 10 entry since 2013. The soundtrack achieved significant success, earning 45,000 equivalent album units, with 39,000 coming from album sales.
TRON: Ares is set to be released in theaters on October 10, continuing the legacy of the Tron film series. Other recent notable chart placements include:
- KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack at No. 2 with 104,000 equivalent album units
- Morgan Wallen’s I’m the Problem at No. 3
- Sabrina Carpenter’s Man’s Best Friend at No. 4
The Future of Cardi B and Billboard 200
As AM I THE DRAMA? continues to perform exceptionally well on the charts, Cardi B’s promotional efforts have included in-store appearances, engaging with fans through meet-and-greets, and promoting the album across multiple platforms. The Billboard 200 remains an essential measure of an album’s success, with Luminate providing the data that compiles these rankings.
The upcoming weeks will reveal how AM I THE DRAMA? maintains its momentum on the Billboard 200, alongside other remarkable entries like TRON: Ares. Fans and music lovers can stay updated on chart progress by following @billboard and @billboardcharts on social media platforms.
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