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Cardi B‘s “Outside” Single Drops, Mixing Sports Culture with Personal Drama
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The Grammy-winning artist doesn’t hold back in “Outside,” diving into her recent split from Offset and seemingly hinting at a budding romance with NFL player Stefon Diggs. The lyrics are packed with sports references,making it a hot topic for fans dissecting every bar. Cardi B confirmed the single’s release date on Tuesday, June 17, teasing fans with the line, “I’ve been cuffed up too long, let me remind ngas,” signaling a new chapter post-divorce.
Did You Know? Cardi B’s “Invasion of Privacy” album celebrated its 5th anniversary in April 2023, marking a significant milestone in her career.
The song opens with the line, “Chlöe called you king, that’s cute, don’t get me wrong,” which many speculate is a direct response to Offset’s song “PRINCESS CUT” with Chloe x Halle, where he declares, “Know I’m the king, baby, bow to me.” This adds another layer to the ongoing narrative surrounding their relationship.Moments later, she name-drops LeBron and Savannah James, acknowledging the basketball icon’s “King James” moniker with the lines, “I like him too, so, baby, let me meet LeBron/ I love Savannah, let me see what she be on.”
WNBA shoutout and NFL Locker Room Dreams
Cardi B extends her reach into the sports world even further, referencing both the NFL and the WNBA. “Heard them Patriots got them ngas, let me in the locker room/ And some ladies out in Vegas, A’ja Wil’, what’s poppin’, boo?” she raps, giving a shoutout to the New England Patriots and A’ja Wilson of the Las Vegas aces. Wilson, a two-time WNBA MVP, led the Aces to the 2022 and 2023 WNBA Championships, solidifying her status as one of the league’s top players [1].
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on social media for fan theories and interpretations of Cardi B’s lyrics. The online community often uncovers hidden meanings and references that add depth to the listening experience.
