After creating excitement with a cryptic tweet, Cardi B has officially announced that her new single, “Up,” will release this Friday. The Bronx rapper made the reveal on Twitter, posting, “My new single ‘UP’ drops this Friday! LETS GOOOOOO! #Up.” The announcement comes as fans eagerly await more music following her smash hit “WAP” with Megan Thee Stallion last August.

The Success of ‘WAP’ and Cardi’s Recent Hiatus

“WAP,” released in 2020, not only topped the charts but also went triple platinum, confirming Cardi’s position as a powerhouse in the music industry. Before “WAP,” Cardi’s last release was her single “Money” in 2018, which has since been certified four-times platinum. Despite the hype, neither “WAP” nor “Money” came with news of a sophomore album, leaving fans to speculate about Cardi’s next big project.

Cardi’s Debut Album and Pressure for a Follow-Up

Cardi’s 2018 debut album, Invasion of Privacy, was a major breakthrough in her career. The multi-platinum album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, with over 255,000 album-equivalent units in its first week. Songs like “Bodak Yellow” and “I Like It” became cultural phenomena, both reaching the Billboard Hot 100’s top spot. Invasion of Privacy made history by certifying all tracks gold or higher with the RIAA, a feat that set high expectations for her next work.

Winning Best Rap Album at the 2018 Grammy Awards added even more pressure for Cardi. In a 2019 interview, she opened up about the pressure of following up such a monumental project, saying, “The pressure definitely…if Invasion of Privacy won a Grammy, that means I got to go in on this second album.”

Anticipation and Expectations for ‘Up’

With her new single “Up,” Cardi aims to deliver another hit that captures her fans’ excitement and satisfies their high expectations. Known for her bold style, sharp lyrics, and unique charisma, Cardi B has kept fans and critics alike on their toes, speculating about the themes and sounds she might explore next.

Will ‘Up’ live up to the hype? Fans are just days away from finding out, but one thing is certain: Cardi B’s return to the music scene is highly anticipated, and “Up” is poised to make waves on the charts.