Cardi B Says She Alone Provides for Kids With Offset

Cardi B is on the cusp of releasing her long-awaited second album, and the moment carries unusual weight. Two weeks removed from a victory in a civil assault case, the Bronx-born rapper is reemerging in the public eye, navigating the intersection of personal upheaval and professional momentum. Offset, her estranged husband, has said he hopes to “move on in peace,” but Cardi shows little sign of slowing down.

Speaking with Billboard, she described the balance between motherhood and music, a juggling act she carries largely on her own. Raising three children—Kulture, seven; Wave, four; and Blossom, who recently turned one—she has taken pride in stepping fully into the role of provider. “I do everything for my kids. I’m the only provider, and you know what? There’s no complaining about it. I love them so much, and they keep me grounded,” she said.

Her approach to parenting, she added, is shaped by her own upbringing. “My mother worked incredibly hard to support us, and I want my children to understand that I made sure they had everything they wanted,” she explained. That determination has become central to her identity, reinforcing her belief that family anchors her, even when the spotlight demands otherwise.

A New Chapter with AM I THE DRAMA?

In July 2024, Cardi filed for divorce from Offset for the second time, a rupture that has unfolded in full view of her audience. The separation has played out across social media, while reports link her to NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs—an evolution that may influence her creative work.

Her new album, AM I THE DRAMA?, arrives September 19. It features the singles “Outside” and “Imaginary Playerz,” alongside chart staples like “Up” and “WAP.” Seven years in the making, the project reflects a period marked by both family milestones and legal battles. Still, she insists on precision. “I always knew I would release a second album; I just didn’t have a project that was well organized,” she said. “I’m very selective about my music and need to make sure everything fits perfectly before I put it out.”