Cardi B Becomes First Female Rapper With Four Diamond Songs as 'WAP' Hits Milestone

Key Facts

Artist: Cardi B
Achievement: First female rapper with four diamond songs
Song: WAP (with Megan Thee Stallion)
Certification date: August 3, 2026 (Monday)
Units sold: Over 10 million in the U.S.
Other diamond songs: Bodak Yellow, I Like It, Girls Like You

Background

Cardi B has made history as the first female rapper with four diamond-certified songs, following the latest RIAA certification for her 2020 hit 'WAP.' The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) confirmed on Monday (August 3) that 'WAP' surpassed 10 million units sold in the U.S., earning diamond status.

The achievement adds to Cardi's previous diamond plaques: her 2017 breakout single 'Bodak Yellow,' her 2018 track 'I Like It' with Bad Bunny and J Balvin, and her feature on Maroon 5's 'Girls Like You' that same year. No other female rapper has reached four diamond certifications.

'WAP,' a collaboration with Megan Thee Stallion, was released in August 2020 as the intended lead single from Cardi's long-awaited sophomore album, 'Am I the Drama?' Produced by Ayo the Producer and Keyz, the song debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became one of the biggest songs of the year.

Current Situation

The diamond certification for 'WAP' marks several firsts: it is the first collaboration between two female rappers to achieve diamond status, and it is Megan Thee Stallion's first diamond certification. Cardi B now holds the most diamond plaques among female rappers.

Reacting on X, Cardi wrote, 'Awww y’all WAP just went diamond… me and @theestallion really did that!! Love y’all so much… thank you for streaming and making history with us #WAP.' Megan shared the post and added, 'WOWW omg diamond sisterrr thank you for having me.'

The song, though initially intended for 'Am I the Drama?,' was eventually included on the album, which was released five years later. The certification reflects sustained commercial performance since its 2020 release.

Cardi B's Diamond-Certified Songs
Song	Year	Collaborators
Bodak Yellow	2017	None
I Like It	2018	Bad Bunny, J Balvin
Girls Like You	2018	Maroon 5
WAP	2020	Megan Thee Stallion

All songs certified diamond by RIAA.

Impacts

This milestone solidifies Cardi B's standing in the music industry, placing her ahead of other female rappers in terms of RIAA diamond certifications. It also elevates Megan Thee Stallion's catalog, giving her a career-defining achievement.

The recognition may influence how record labels and streaming platforms promote collaborations between female artists, as 'WAP' demonstrates the commercial potential of such partnerships. Fans and industry observers have celebrated the news on social media, with both artists expressing gratitude.

For Cardi B, the four diamond songs reinforce her commercial dominance since her 2017 breakthrough. The certification could also boost streaming numbers for 'WAP' and her other certified tracks, as fans revisit her catalog.

Future Outlook

Scenario analysis: The possibilities below are not certain predictions.

If Cardi B continues to release music with high commercial appeal, she could extend her record with additional diamond certifications. Her upcoming projects, if any, may benefit from the momentum of this achievement.

Megan Thee Stallion, now with her first diamond single, may see increased recognition for her solo work. If she releases more collaborations with other top artists, she could earn further certifications in the future.

The music industry may see more female rap collaborations as labels recognize their potential for major milestones. However, whether another female rapper will match or surpass Cardi's four diamond songs remains uncertain and would depend on future commercial performance.

Source: club937.com

AMRIT EXPLAINER