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Cardi B Calls Out Wiz Khalifa For Pitting Her Against Nicki Minaj In A Shady Grammys Tweet

Getty Image While some fans keep pushing for beef, Cardi just wants support from the men in rap, too. …

Ever since her song “Bodak Yellow” blew up in 2017, Cardi B has seen herself pitted against fellow rap superstar Nicki Minaj by fans and media eager for drama and intolerant of two women simply coexisting. Despite their very different rap styles, the two have been compared and debated ever since it became clear that Cardi was able to take advantage of opportunities Nicki never could — mainly because Nicki had to create those opportunities and didn’t pull the ladder up behind her.

But fans still can’t resist taking every chance to disparage one in favor of the other and both seem pretty much over it. However, when one fan received a celebrity cosign from one of their male peers, Cardi wasn’t about to let his transgression slide. The fan, who seemed miffed about the recently announced 2021 Grammy nominations, replied to Wiz Khalifa’s observation on the nominations and when Wiz quote-tweeted the reply with a cryptic comment of his own, Cardi was quick to pull receipts to show how quickly people in the industry can switch up.

“As a grammy nominated artist, I know how it feels,” Wiz wrote. “N****s always think its unfair until they get their turn. Just keep workin and that time’ll come through.” However, one fan’s response was much less gracious. “Cardi wining a Grammy when nicki minaj didn’t is the biggest proof that they don’t know a shit bout music,” the fan replied. Naturally, the terms “Nicki” and “Barb” both appeared in the fan’s handle.

When Wiz responded “Most self-made artists have this problem,” Cardi caught wind and interpreted the tweet as shade. While Wiz likely didn’t mean to shade Cardi, the implication that she was “an industry plant” has dogged her for her entire career, so it makes sense she’d infer this meaning, especially considering the wording of the quoted tweet. She questioned, “I don’t understand why n****s entertain tweets that pit successful women against each other? Ya not tired of that? Specially when ya was rooting hard when a bitch was at the bottom.” She then also posted a screenshot of Wiz sending encouragement to her through her Instagram DM back in 2016.

Cardi has a point. Even if Wiz wasn’t actively trying to shade Cardi, he did amplify yet another tweet stoking a sexist feud between the two women and some fans could have interpreted it as validating the argument as well. While Wiz’s larger point — that the Grammys are largely a political exercise and that the artists who are most visible at Academy functions are the ones they’ll recognize come Award season — is right, there were far better ways to make the point. And in any case, Nicki’s hard work made it possible for Cardi to flourish at the awards. Both women have acknowledged that Nicki opened doors that were previously closed to female rappers. Rather than pushing for them to bicker and fight, we’d all be better served looking forward to their rumored collaborative reunion.

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Zachary Mason brings 80s rock romance back to life with new release “Sweetheart”

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Zachary Mason, a UK singer-songwriter, has put out his latest single, “Sweetheart,” a slow-paced rock song with an 80s feel, both moving and exciting. In his studio in Guildford, Surrey, Mason shows off his one-of-a-kind mix of acoustic and electric guitars, as well as complicated keyboard textures. The result is a sound that is both new and old at once.

“Sweetheart” is a fun way to show love, the track has soaring melodies and a fast, catchy beat that shows how strong and weak devotion can be. Mason’s musicianship shines through from the first strum to the last crescendo. His guitar playing is very dynamic, and his keyboard arrangements are very complicated. His voice makes each note sound real. It’s a song that stays with you, making you want to feel the emotion and tap your feet.

Mason’s ability to mix the beauty of 80s rock with his own story is what makes “Sweetheart” stand out. The music sounds big, but every chord and riff is carefully crafted to tell a love story that never wavers. It is dynamic but soft, polished but real, a balance that Mason can easily find.

“Sweetheart” is a beautiful song that showcases Zachary Mason’s growing artistic talent. It’s a great song for fans of melodic rock that makes you feel something and makes you feel good. This single solidifies his reputation as a songwriter who can mix technical skill with deep emotional depth to create a song that is both timeless and uniquely his. “Sweetheart” is out now, and it’s sure to wow fans and make them feel the deep loyalty that only great rock music can bring out.

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Fifidiny unveils heartfelt call for love and presence in latest release “THIS YEAR”

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Fifidiny, a singer-songwriter from Edinburgh, has released a new single called “THIS YEAR.” It’s a personal and moving track about how helpless it feels to want love that never changes. Fifidiny’s unique mix of catchy melodies and honest lyrics draws listeners into a world where emotional honesty rules.

Fifidiny comes from a small town in the Highlands and has Malagasy roots. She has always been a great storyteller, and “THIS YEAR” shows that her skills have grown a lot over the years. The song is about a sad wish, she wants her partner to always be there for her, to answer when she calls, and to share in the good and bad times of her life. It is a universal feeling that she expresses uniquely through her moving voice and complex musical compositions.

The balance of closeness and memorability is what makes “THIS YEAR” stand out. Fifidiny’s voice flows naturally over the melody, expressing emotion without sounding forced. It sounds like the artist is having a conversation with her audience in every note and phrase. It’s real, personal, and easy to relate to.

The song is not only pleasing to the ears, but it also shows how dedicated Fifidiny is to music. Her Scottish upbringing and Madagascan heritage give her stories depth and authenticity. “THIS YEAR” is an invitation to connect, be helpless, and feel the deep need for loving empathy. If you like music that makes you feel something and has a nice melody, you need to listen to Fifidiny’s latest album. With “THIS YEAR,” she continues to set herself apart as a unique voice in the world of modern singer-songwriters, one powerful song at a time.

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