Cardi B Scores Second No. 1 Album on Billboard 200—Making History as the First Female Rapper to Do So Bravo-bravissima, Señora Cardi B! The Bronx-born powerhouse has done it again. Her latest project, Am I the Drama?, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, earning 200,000 album units in its first week—marking the biggest opening week for a woman in Hip-Hop and R&B in 20252.
This milestone isn’t just a chart feat—it’s a cultural moment. Released during Hispanic Heritage Month, Cardi’s triumph is a celebration of Latina excellence, resilience, and global impact.
The album follows her 2018 debut, Invasion of Privacy, which also debuted at No. 1. With this back-to-back success, Cardi B becomes the first female rapper in history to have both of her first two albums debut atop the Billboard 2003.
The rollout was anything but ordinary. From courtroom-themed vinyl editions to in-store meet-and-greets across the country, Cardi made sure her fans felt seen and celebrated4. And yes, she’s pregnant with her fourth child—so no champagne, just cranberry juice and gratitude.
Watch the journey unfold:
Scope out Cardi at this past weekend’s Global Citizen Festival 2025!
