American rapper Cardi B has spoken candidly about why controversies continue to trail her, especially in the wake of her latest pregnancy announcement. The 31-year-old Grammy-winning artist insists she does not deliberately court drama but believes her outspoken personality and vibrant presence make her an easy target for public scrutiny.
Speaking in an interview with CBS News, Cardi B explained that she has long been surrounded by drama, even when she did not seek it. “I didn’t think I was that much drama. When I was in high school and I was voted most dramatic in my high school yearbook, I was surprised. I don’t like drama, it just follows me. Sometimes, certain things just follow certain people,” she said.
Her most recent pregnancy reveal, with NFL player Stefon Diggs, has stirred intense online debate as it comes while she is still going through divorce proceedings with rapper Offset, her husband of nearly seven years. The news has only added to the constant attention on her private life, a theme that has followed her throughout her career.
Cardi B, born Belcalis Almanzar in New York, first rose to fame as a social media personality known for her bold opinions before gaining national attention on the reality TV series Love & Hip Hop: New York. Her breakthrough single “Bodak Yellow” in 2017 catapulted her to stardom, and since then she has become one of the most successful female rappers of her generation. She has also been recognized for her ability to speak openly about personal struggles, including financial challenges before fame and her balancing act between motherhood and stardom.
Her relationship with Offset, a member of the rap trio Migos, has been one of the most publicized aspects of her personal life. The pair married secretly in 2017 and share two children, Kulture and Wave. Their union has faced repeated turbulence, including public breakups, reconciliations, and allegations of infidelity. The pending divorce has once again placed Cardi B in the spotlight, now complicated by her new relationship with Diggs.
Beyond her personal life, Cardi B’s outspokenness has cemented her as a cultural figure who is never far from headlines. Whether addressing political issues on social media, defending her artistry against critics, or clapping back at detractors, she has consistently refused to stay silent. “When you have a big personality like me or when you have a mouth like me… drama will follow you because it makes you an easier target. I don’t like drama. It stresses me,” she said during the CBS interview.
Analysts argue that her unapologetic persona is both her strength and the source of the scrutiny she faces. Her fans see her as authentic and relatable, while critics accuse her of thriving on controversy. Yet, despite the noise, Cardi B continues to dominate charts and shape conversations in pop culture.
As she navigates motherhood, career, and relationships under the glare of global attention, Cardi B maintains that she never seeks drama but accepts that her personality and aura will likely continue to attract it.
