Cardi B will be recognized by ASCAP with the Voice of the Culture Award for her impact on hip-hop music and culture.
Earlier this week, ASCAP Chairman Paul Williams revealed that Cardi will be presented with the prestigious honor during a private ceremony next month in Los Angeles. According to Williams, Cardi was an obvious choice, considering her contributions to hip-hop and her role as a powerful voice for women in the genre.
“Cardi B has left an indelible mark on the culture of hip-hop by redefining and challenging the norms for women,” he stated. “Having broken through countless barriers with her unapologetic authenticity and talent, she continues to use her voice to advocate for and inspire others, a true testament to her undeniable impact. We are proud to present Cardi B with this year’s ASCAP Voice of the Culture Award.”
This marks another milestone in ASCAP’s recognition of Cardi, as she became the first woman to earn the nonprofit organization’s Rhythm & Soul Songwriter of the Year award twice. Her most recent victory was in 2020, and she has collected eight ASCAP Pop Music Awards and 23 Rhythm & Soul Music Awards.
While collecting accolades, Cardi is also developing her highly-anticipated sophomore album. The most recent album update came earlier this month when Cardi told Billboard that the project would be “messy.”
“I almost want to say the name because that’s what it’ll be about,” said Cardi. “I feel like my album is messy. She’s a messy queen.”
She added, “I feel like it’s unexpected, and I feel like it’s something that’s not really out right now. It’s gonna be things that people do expect me and a lot of things people don’t expect from me […] I’ve been heartbroken, and then I’m loving again.”
