It seems that the once-solid friendship between Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion has taken a turn for the worse. Recent reports suggest that the two stars have been throwing shade at each other and airing their dirty laundry on social media. What was once seen as a powerful alliance in female rap now appears to be marred by tension and public spats.

Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s friendship was initially celebrated as a rare and strong bond in the female rap world, where rivalries often take center stage. Their collaboration on chart-topping hits like “WAP” and “Bongos,” as well as their feature on GloRilla’s track “Wannabe,” showcased their chemistry and seemed to cement their status as best friends. Cardi even defended Megan when Eminem made a veiled reference to her in his track “Houdini,” expressing support amid the controversy surrounding Megan’s legal battles with Tory Lanez.

However, cracks in their relationship began to show with Megan’s track “Boa” from her latest self-titled album. The lyrics seemed to hint at a fallout with Cardi, with lines about “bitter” people who “thought it was sweet” and references that some fans interpreted as digs at Cardi’s famed Birkin bag collection. Adding fuel to the fire, a recent mishap where Megan lost a veneer after biting into a hard bagel led to speculation that the lyrics were directed at Cardi.

The drama intensified when Megan’s pop collaboration with Shakira, “Punia,” did not perform as expected, peaking at number 72 on the Billboard Hot 100. Fans speculated that Megan’s lyrics about “going pop” were a subtle jab at Cardi’s pop efforts. Cardi, known for her unapologetic personality, may have retaliated by commenting on Megan’s album performance. Megan’s new release sold 64,000 copies in its debut week and reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100, which, while respectable, fell short of expectations given the hype and controversy surrounding the album.

The album’s rollout was also marred by controversy, particularly with the track “Cobra,” which exposed allegations of cheating against Megan’s ex, PartyNextDoor. The subsequent song, “His,” stirred up even more drama, with shots fired at various celebrities including Drake and Nicki Minaj. The backlash from Nicki, who accused Megan of bullying and making false claims, only added to the album’s tumultuous reception.

Cardi’s own struggles with her long-awaited second album have also been a point of contention. Fans have criticized Cardi for repeatedly postponing the album’s release, and her recent comments about the performance of summer albums seemed to target Megan’s release. Cardi’s tweet questioning the success of summer albums, in response to fans’ frustrations about her album delay, was perceived by many as a veiled shot at Megan, whose album was positioned as a summer anthem.

Despite Cardi’s denial of any ill intent, stating that her comments were merely about industry trends, the timing of her remarks has led to accusations of shade. An insider revealed that Megan feels betrayed, suggesting that Cardi should focus on her personal life and marriage rather than commenting on Megan’s career. This has further fueled the speculation and drama surrounding their relationship.

In the world of celebrity, drama often serves as a tool for publicity, and it’s not uncommon for artists to stir up controversy to draw attention to their work. Whether Cardi’s comments were genuinely meant to undermine Megan or were simply a reflection of industry realities, the tension between these two rap icons is undeniable. As fans weigh in on the situation, it remains to be seen how this feud will evolve and what it means for the future of their careers.

What do you think about the situation? Was Cardi B’s commentary on album performance a deliberate dig at Megan Thee Stallion, or just a statement of industry reality? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!