Cardi B premieres “Outside,” a three‑minute hip‑hop anthem produced by HeyMicki, Charlie Heat, and DJ SwanQo. The song debuts at No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Cardi B unveils “Outside,” her first solo single since last year’s “Enough (Miami),” serving as the lead release from her upcoming second studio album, Am I the Drama? Released through Atlantic Records, the track features production by HeyMicki, Charlie Heat, and DJ SwanQo, whose combined expertise delivers crisp percussion, bold 808s, and layered synths beneath Cardi’s assertive verses.
Since breaking through with “Bodak Yellow,” Cardi B has amassed a string of chart‐topping hits and Grammy Awards, redefining success for female rappers in mainstream music. Her debut album Invasion of Privacy earned Album of the Year honors at the BET Hip Hop Awards and solidified her reputation for candid lyricism and commanding flow. “Outside” continues that trajectory, with Cardi reclaiming space in hip‑hop through lyrics that fuse braggadocio with personal insight.
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Upon release, “Outside” entered the Billboard Hot 100 at No. 10, marking her thirteenth top‑ten hit and underscoring her enduring chart power. It follows two early previews from Am I the Drama? – “WAP” and “Up” – both of which reached the top ten and reinforced her ability to craft cultural moments. As listeners anticipate the full album, “Outside” positions Cardi B at the forefront of contemporary rap, balancing mainstream appeal with street‑level swagger.
Available on all major streaming platforms, “Outside” affirms Cardi B’s status as a leading voice in hip‑hop and sets the stage for the next chapter of her career.
Cardi B – Outside
Produced by HeyMicki, Charlie Heat & DJ SwanQo
20 June 2025
1 Song, 3 minutes
℗ 2025 Atlantic Recording Corporation
