Cardi B is no stranger to online scrutiny and this past weekend proved to be a case in point.
In the wake of TikTok's temporary unavailability in the United States on Saturday, January 18, a troll took to social media to mock the rapper.
The individual, seemingly keen to belittle Cardi's stature in the music industry, tweeted, "Now all the TikTok female rappers gotta find real jobs," accompanied by a string of laughing emojis.
now all the tik tok female rappers gotta find real jobs 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 you first! @iamcardib
— 𝓛𝓔𝓧 (@1lex___) January 19, 2025
Cardi responded with her signature wit and confidence: “Babe I'm getting 7 million dollar offers to do my own vitamins. I can retire you from your flipping burger job by tomorrow.
“Thank me though. I’ve been helping you get your 8.99-dollar Twitter checks.”
Despite deleting her tweet since, the exchange exemplifies her unfiltered personality, reminding her audience of her remarkable success and ability to rise above negativity.
This incident is not an isolated one; the rapper recently found herself in the spotlight for several other reasons.
Earlier this month, she was embroiled in family drama, accusing her ex-husband Offset and his mother of misappropriating funds during a heated rant on social media.
The move sparked debate about the appropriateness of airing personal grievances in such a public manner.
However, Cardi defended her actions, stating that sometimes "people get to crash out to release stress."
This admission opened up a discussion about mental health, showing her fans another side of her that goes beyond the glitzy glamour of the music industry.
Despite the recent controversies, Cardi’s career is thriving. She remains a prominent figure in the music industry with continued offers for lucrative business ventures beyond her musical career.
From collaborations with other artists to expanding her brand into new territories, Cardi’s entrepreneurial spirit is evident.
It seems there’s little sign of slowing down; her momentum is strengthened by her ability to engage with fans and create chart-topping hits.
As she balances her music career with being an entrepreneur, Cardi proves that she is no flash-in-the-pan sensation. Her success is a product of hard work and resilience, as she overcomes challenges that come her way.