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Cardi B Fires Back: Why Older Hits 'WAP' and 'Up' Deserve a Spot on Her New Album

  • On June 25, Cardi B addressed critics on X, declaring it the last time she’ll discuss including her older hits on her upcoming album.
  • Fans requested 'WAP' and 'Up' be on her album, as they are major hits and deserve a proper home as anthems, prompting Cardi B to include them despite criticism.
  • Streaming data shows 'Up' has over 710 million Spotify plays and 'WAP' boasts 1.4 billion streams, both achieving multi-Platinum status.
  • Mixed fan reactions emerged as pre-orders for Cardi B's album hit 1.5 million in the U.S., with some praising the inclusion of older hits and others viewing it as a sales tactic.
  • Scheduled for release on September 19, 2025, Cardi B's album marks a seven-year gap since her debut, highlighting a long hiatus that could redefine her career trajectory.
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Baller Alert broke the news in on Thursday, June 26, 2025.
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