Cardi B’s long-awaited sophomore album Am I The Drama? wasted no time making history. Upon release, the project was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), marking over one million album-equivalent units in the United States right out the gate.

Why the Album Went Platinum Instantly

The immediate success is tied to the inclusion of Cardi’s blockbuster singles “WAP” and “Up” on the tracklist. “WAP,” featuring Megan Thee Stallion, is already certified nine-times platinum, while “Up” sits at five-times platinum. Those massive hits essentially propelled Am I The Drama? to platinum status before fans even pressed play on the new material.

While early attention is focused on those record-breaking singles, newer cuts like “Bodega Baddie” are already standing out. The challenge for Cardi now is whether the fresh tracks can sustain the momentum and dominate charts in their own right.

Industry watchers note that the first-week sales numbers will offer a clearer picture of the album’s commercial performance. Some critics argue that attaching older megahits to a new project inflates metrics, while others see it as a strategic move that underscores Cardi’s star power. Either way, fans will ultimately decide which of the new songs become cultural staples.

Cardi B vs. BIA: “Pretty & Petty” Sparks Controversy

Beyond the sales, Am I The Drama? has already stirred headlines for its lyrical shots. On the track “Pretty & Petty,” Cardi reignites her feud with rapper BIA.

Speaking on The Breakfast Club, Cardi explained why she decided to address their past issues directly on the record:

“You mentioned my kids trying to be cute. She did her little diss and it was trash… I could’ve left it at that, but everything on social media is going to be seen. When my kids grow up and see that you mentioned them, they’re going to ask me, ‘So what you said? What you did?’ I’m not going to tell my kids, ‘I felt like she took the high road.’ Nah, I’m like, ‘You see how I violated?’”

With Cardi blending personal storytelling, chart-topping bangers, and unapologetic clapbacks, Am I The Drama? is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about releases of 2025.

The only question left: will the album’s new tracks carve out their own legendary status—or will its legacy ride mainly on Cardi’s past mega-hits?

Congratulations @iamcardib! 🎉 Her brand new album #AmITheDrama? is out now and already RIAA certified Platinum, featuring the certified 9x Platinum hit #WAP and 5x Platinum #UP. 💿✨ @AtlanticRecords pic.twitter.com/LhnUb0Ua9Y

— RIAA (@RIAA) September 19, 2025