Cardi B, Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter known for her bold personality, unapologetic lyrics, and chart-topping hits. She first gained attention as a social media personality and reality TV star on Love & Hip Hop: New York, before transitioning to music. Cardi B’s breakthrough single, Bodak Yellow (2017), became a number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100, making her the first female rapper to achieve that feat in nearly two decades. Her debut album, Invasion of Privacy, won a Grammy Award and featured hits like I Like It, Be Careful, and Money.