Cardi B Turns Financial Struggles Into Hilarious Album Promo After Split From Offset: “Support a Working Single Mother!”

Cardi B is back—and she’s making sure everyone knows it, with a comeback campaign that’s equal parts drama, humor, and raw honesty. As she gears up to release her long-awaited second studio album, Am I the Drama?, the rap superstar is blending self-mockery with her signature hustle, transforming rumors of financial trouble into a viral marketing moment.

During a recent X Spaces livestream, Cardi B didn’t hold back. With her trademark wit, she joked about being “poor” and on the brink of “eviction from [her] mansion,” urging fans to buy her Pretty & Petty box sets to “help a working single mother of three.” She riffed on her lavish lifestyle, claiming her Lamborghinis and Rolls-Royce might be repossessed, and even poked fun at missing her weekly pool cleaning. “I’m f**ked up in the game right now,” she laughed, turning her supposed woes into a relatable punchline.

But beneath the jokes, Cardi gave fans a glimpse into the real costs behind her artistry. She revealed her monthly mortgage—an eye-watering $46,000 for two homes—and the extravagant production expenses for her new music videos, including international shoots in Greece and France for her single “Imaginary Playerz.” “Buying my box set isn’t just supporting my music,” she quipped, “it’s supporting a working single mother.”

Am I the Drama?—A Seven-Year Comeback

It’s been seven years since Invasion of Privacy catapulted Cardi B to global fame. Now, Am I the Drama?—set to drop September 19, 2025—marks her triumphant return with a cinematic, 23-track package featuring hits like “WAP,” “Up,” and the fiery lead single “Outside.” The album’s rollout has been meticulously planned: “Outside” debuted in June, earning Cardi her 13th Billboard Hot 100 top-ten hit, while “Imaginary Playerz” followed in August with a visually stunning teaser.

The album’s aesthetic is as dramatic as its title, featuring ravens, feathers, and dark, theatrical visuals in both its trailer and cover art—a reflection of the turbulence and transformation in Cardi’s life.

Behind the Scenes: Love, Loss, and New Beginnings

Cardi B’s personal life has always been as headline-grabbing as her music. Her rollercoaster relationship with Offset began in 2017, followed by a secret marriage, the birth of daughter Kulture, and a series of breakups and reconciliations. Despite filing for divorce in 2020, the couple patched things up, welcoming son Wave Set in 2021 and planning a formal wedding ceremony.

But by December 2023, Cardi announced she’d been “single for a minute,” and in July 2024, she officially filed for divorce. Days later, she stunned fans with news of a third pregnancy—welcoming daughter Blossom that September. Fast-forward to June 2025, and Cardi confirmed a new romance with NFL star Stefon Diggs.

Why Cardi’s Comeback Hits Different

Cardi B’s Am I the Drama? isn’t just an album—it’s a declaration of resilience, reinvention, and realness. By turning her financial “struggles” and single motherhood into a hilarious, empowering narrative, Cardi proves she’s still the queen of connecting with fans on her own terms. Whether she’s mocking her own wealth or sharing the chaos of her personal life, she’s mastered the art of turning vulnerability into strength.

As the new album drops, fans can expect not just bangers, but an unfiltered portrait of Cardi B: artist, mother, survivor, and, yes, drama queen. If anyone can turn a tough chapter into a viral triumph, it’s Cardi B. And this time, she’s inviting everyone to join the ride—and maybe buy a box set, too.