Cardi B Reacts to Historic VMAs Win With Kehlani After Missing 2026 Ceremony: ‘As I Deserve, B—h’
The rapper also promised that she'll be in attendance at next year's awards.
Cardi B has quietly celebrated her surprising victory at the 2026 MTV VMAs alongside Kehlani, following their collaboration "Save" winning the coveted Best Hip-Hop award. The pair's harmonious single became the first joint effort by two women to claim this prestigious accolade. In a recent home video posted to her Instagram Story, Cardi expressed her joy over the historic win, declaring, "As I deserve, b—h," in reference to her outspoken style and fierce determination.
The catchy tune, released concurrently with Cardi's chart-topping album Am I the Drama?, achieved notable success on the Billboard charts. It peaked at No. 26 on the Hot 100 and secured the third spot on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. The accompanying music video, released alongside the song, showcased Cardi in a unique role as a pregnant woman, performing alongside Kehlani in her signature silky pajamas.
The video portrayed the mother-to-be navigating a tumultuous relationship with a man rumored to be involved in illicit activities, culminating in a dramatic confrontation that ends with a striking image of Cardi being pinned to the ground.
Cardi B's triumph at the VMAs, alongside other notable winners like Madonna and Taylor Swift, underscored the diverse array of talent showcased during the ceremony. While she was not present to receive her award, Cardi has remained active in the entertainment world, having recently returned from Milan where she walked in the Vogue World fashion show alongside Jennifer Lopez, mgk, and other high-profile celebrities.
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