Cardi B has been tantalizing fans with the prospect of her eagerly awaited second studio album for over a year now, stoking the flames of anticipation. As she commemorated the sixth anniversary of her groundbreaking debut, 'Invasion of Privacy,' in April, she tantalizingly hinted at something "utterly divergent from the realm of expectations" for her sophomore effort. Yet, amidst the excitement, the "Bongos" queen has kept the exact timeline of the yet-to-be-named album shrouded in mystery, sending mixed messages that left fans both intrigued and impatient.
However, the weekend brought a glimmer of clarity as Cardi finally offered a definitive nod in response to a fan's speculative comment about the album cover being ready. "Album covers are captured...I'm just torn between choices [accompanied by a freaked-out emoji]," she confessed, painting a picture of an artist torn between perfection.
Adding to the intrigue, Cardi indulged in another playful tease on a busy Saturday, when a fan joked about embarking on a quest to France to uncover the elusive Hermes bag the rapper had mentioned seeking. In a lighthearted exchange, Cardi promised, "If you find the bag, I'll unleash my album cover."
Navigating through personal milestones amidst her creative endeavors, Cardi, who shares two young children with her estranged husband Offset, has recently filed for divorce from him for the second time, while also joyfully announcing her pregnancy with their third child. Amidst this emotional rollercoaster, she also opened up about a harrowing experience that landed her in the hospital. "I was involved in a bloody freak accident," she shared, her tone betraying a hint of vulnerability as she skirted around the specifics. "It wasn't a minor mishap; it hurt deeply. It escalated to the point where I was momentarily paralyzed, and that fleeting moment almost threatened the arrival of my precious little one. But fate had other plans. Yesterday, I felt better, and I returned home, albeit feeling a bit giddy from the aftermath."
In July, Cardi offered Bardigang a ray of hope, assuring them that the mysterious second album would indeed see the light of day this year. "Sometimes, my aggressiveness stems from my aversion to being dictated. But I swear, it's coming THIS YEAR. Thank you for your unwavering love, anticipation, and support. I adore you all," she declared, just before gracing the latest track, "On Dat Money," by New Orleans' own MC Rob49.
