Growing Up Hip Hop New York Episode 9: The Rise to Fame of Cardi B

In the latest episode of Growing Up Hip Hop New York, we take a closer look at the remarkable journey of one of the most influential female rappers of all time - Cardi B. Recognized by Forbes as one of the most influential female rappers of all time, Cardi B has broken numerous records in her career.

Cardi B is known for her chart-topping hits and record-breaking achievements. She holds the record for being the female rapper with the most number-one singles (five) on the Billboard Hot 100, a feat that no other female rapper can claim. Her debut single 'Bodak Yellow' became the first solo song by a female rapper to top the Hot 100 in the 21st century, and her collaboration with Maroon 5, 'Girls Like You', earned her the distinction of being the only female rapper to achieve multiple diamond-certified songs.

Her critically acclaimed album Invasion of Privacy (2018) debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and was ranked the top female rap album of the 2010s by Billboard. Cardi B's success has been recognized with numerous awards, including a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album as a solo artist, making her the first female artist to achieve this feat.

Before achieving mainstream success, Cardi B gained popularity through videos shared on Vine and Instagram. She was born and raised in New York City and appeared as a regular cast member on the VH1 reality television series Love & Hip Hop: New York from 2015 to early 2017. Her music aspirations were showcased on the show, which earned her further recognition.

In this episode of Growing Up Hip Hop New York, we explore Cardi B's journey from her humble beginnings in New York City to becoming one of the most commercially successful female rappers of her generation. With her chart-topping hits and record-breaking achievements, it's no wonder why she is considered a trailblazer in the music industry.

Watch this episode to learn more about Cardi B's remarkable rise to fame and what makes her such an influential figure in hip-hop.

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