Cardi B announces new album Am I the Drama?, dropping September 19
Cardi B has officially announced her highly anticipated second album, Am I the Drama?, set to drop on September 19, 2025.
The Grammy-winning rapper revealed the striking album cover and confirmed the release date in a post to her 168 million Instagram followers on June 23.
'AM I THE DRAMA? My new album is out September 19th! Preorder LINK IN BIO,' Cardi wrote, confirming the end of a seven-year wait since her blockbuster debut, Invasion of Privacy.
The Bronx rapper recently teased fans with a powerful narration about her personal growth, saying, 'I'm not back, I'm beyond. I'm not your villain, I'm your karma.' The album announcement comes just days after Cardi dropped her hard-hitting single Outside, which already sits atop the US Apple Music chart.
The upcoming 23-track LP includes previously released hits like 'Up' and the viral 'WAP.' Cardi also hinted that delays in the album's release stemmed from waiting on features, though she jokingly threatened to sing the songs herself if necessary.
Now entering a new era in both music and life, Cardi B is navigating her post-Offset chapter with rumored new beau, NFL star Stefon Diggs. With Am I the Drama?, Cardi B is ready to reclaim her throne and reignite Bardi season.
Fans can expect more announcements as the September 19 countdown begins.
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