Tag: Cardi B

What’s in the New Cardi B Meal at McDonald’s?

What’s in the New Cardi B Meal at McDonald’s?

If you were watching the Super Bowl, you probably saw the McDonald’s commercial that featured Offset and Cardi B showing their love for their new meal at McDonald’s. There were seven other couples featured in this 30-second ad, with the rappers sitting inside the golden arch holding hands and discussing each other’s go-to orders.

Cardi B and JT’s Twitter Feud: Why is Nicki Minaj Involved?

Cardi B and JT’s Twitter Feud: Why is Nicki Minaj Involved?

Nicki Minaj and Cardi B have rekindled their feud on twitter. The two have had a tumultuous past filled with online arguments, inflammatory public words, and even a small brawl. Anyone remember Cardi B’s iconic shoe moment, circa 2018, when she launched a heel at Nicki’s head?
That however was a different time, when the media and the public couldn’t believe hip hop had space for two incredibly talented female rappers. Times have changed. Their mutual feelings of dislike, however, seem to have remained.

Why TikTok’s Chart Influence Hurts Artists

Why TikTok’s Chart Influence Hurts Artists

To preface, I’m usually not one to defend the money-driven institutions that lie at the crux of popular art, whether it be fashion or music. But a worrying trend concerning a certain dancing and lip syncing app (I’m talking TikTok, of course) has made me question whether its unprecedented influence on the music industry is a particularly good thing. Sure, a few obscure artists have been propelled to stardom due to some viral audios, and decades-old hits have made their way back into the cultural consciousness due to the app–-but at what cost, exactly? As TikTok music dominates your feeds and shapes the weekly Billboard charts, it looks as if artists in the industry are paying the highest price.

Lizzo and Cardi B Address Hate Comments in New Single ‘Rumors’

Lizzo and Cardi B Address Hate Comments in New Single ‘Rumors’

Fiery songstresses, Lizzo and Cardi B, seemingly combat hateful comments and rumors that have been spewed about them so far in their career. “Spendin’ all your time tryna break a woman down” Lizzo fiercely sings as she immediately sets the tone for ‘Rumors’. Lizzo, 33, has been emotionally affected by the perception of her being a plus sized woman in the music industry.

Cardi B X Megan Thee Stallion – WAP

Cardi B X Megan Thee Stallion – WAP

On August 7th, Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion released a new song and music video called “WAP”. Their explicit lyrics and suggestive visuals became the topic of discussion within the first hour of its release. While many women found the song very catchy and empowering, this fun song soon turned into a topic of […]

Lana Del Rey ‘crucified’ for her songs

Lana Del Rey ‘crucified’ for her songs

It’s no secret that Lana del Rey has been deemed one of the most unproblematic artists in our generation, however, she recently dipped her toes into hot water due to her ‘disappointment’ and ‘very tone-deaf’ comments about other singers. In her lengthy Instagram post, the artist spoke out saying she sometimes feels as though she […]

Love of Music

Love of Music

Who runs the world? Girls! Yesterday, 2/10 , Los Angeles, California hosts the 61st Annual Grammy Awards at the Staple Centre. This years Grammy’s was especially one to remember, as the women dominate in some of the major categories like, Album of the Year, Best Rap Album, Best New Artist and more. As we celebrated […]

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