Cardi B Urges Nicki Minaj to Seek Help in Intense Online Dispute
The ongoing online feud between Cardi B and Nicki Minaj has reignited tensions that have simmered since 2018. This latest clash transpired on social media and escalated quickly, involving insults and challenges.
Background of the Dispute
On September 19, 2023, Cardi B released her album titled “Am I the Drama?”. Shortly after, Nicki Minaj made disparaging remarks about its sales on the platform X. Allegedly, she implied that Cardi had exaggerated her album sales.
In response, Cardi B fired back on X, stating, “Nothing more annoying than a bored [expletive].” She also challenged Minaj to compare her career with peers who started at the same time, such as Rihanna and Taylor Swift.
Recent Exchanges
Cardi B did not hold back in her responses. She criticized Minaj for focusing on her album and declared that Minaj should address her own career statistics instead. Cardi’s posts pointed out that Minaj’s sales are behind those of her contemporaries.
The feud intensified with Minaj allegedly mocking Cardi’s new song lyrics and even suggesting Cardi underwent surgery to imitate her appearance. Minaj’s posts included phrases like, “Fallin off the charts wit a big bellyyyy,” which further fueled their conflict.
Escalation and Personal Attacks
The clashes continued through October 1, escalating into personal insults involving family members of both rappers. In a pointed remark, Cardi B suggested that Minaj should seek therapy for her issues, stating, “YOU NEED TO GET HELP!!”
Minaj, not backing down, encouraged her fans to boycott companies associated with Cardi B, referencing past grievances with BET as a precedent for her call to action.
Cardi B’s Current Situation
Amid this turmoil, Cardi B is currently expecting her fourth child with boyfriend Stefon Diggs. She has three other children from her previous relationship: Kulture, Wave, and Blossom.
The Broader Context
This altercation is not an isolated incident for Nicki Minaj. She has a history of public disputes with several artists, including Megan Thee Stallion and SZA. Her reactions often involve complex layers of competition and personal remarks that contribute to her controversial public persona.
As the feud between Cardi B and Nicki Minaj continues to play out, it raises questions about the impacts of social media on celebrity conflicts and the nature of rivalry in the music industry.
