Cardi B Tells Students to Pass Exams Without Using AI: ‘Don’t Ask ChatGPT for the Answer’

Cardi B, the Bronx-born rapper known for her hit songs topping the Billboard Hot 100, recently delivered a strong message to students at Johns Hopkins University. During her surprise appearance at the university’s Hoptoberfest, an annual Halloween event, she warned attendees not to rely on artificial intelligence (AI) to help them pass their classes. "Y’all better pass y’all motherf–kin’ semester," she declared, adding with exasperation, "And don’t ask ChatGPT for the answer."

This stance isn't new for Cardi B. Earlier this year, she took to Twitter to express her frustration with AI’s role in duping people she cares about, particularly in interactions on Facebook. "Free my older family members from facebook Ai," she tweeted, accompanied by a robot and a disappointed face emoji. Cardi’s critique of AI comes amidst a growing debate about the technology’s impact on education, privacy, and authenticity in various aspects of life.

When Hoptoberfest was announced, Canadian singer Daniel Caesar was initially set to headline the event. However, unforeseen circumstances forced him to cancel, prompting the university to bring in Cardi B as a replacement. Students reacted positively to the change, with sophomore Bhavya Guru expressing excitement about the choice, despite initially being skeptical.

"I was actually pretty excited about Daniel Caesar, I do listen to a good amount of his music," he said. "When they switched it to Cardi B, I was a little surprised and honestly thought it was fake. I’m honestly really hyped for Cardi B and think it’s going to be a lot of fun. I feel like it’s going to be really good to hear a lot of throwbacks."

Lana Hakma, another sophomore, also voiced enthusiasm for the switch, noting that she had grown to appreciate Cardi B more. The event was rescheduled from Halloween, originally planned for October 31st, to November 1st, but students seemed content with the adjustment. In addition to her role at Hoptoberfest, Cardi B has been active on social media, addressing topics like rap beef and the complexities of fame.

She recently spoke on her X Spaces platform about how rap rivalries have become less appealing, stating, "I don’t even give a f–k about these b—hes anymore." She also reflected on how success can bring unexpected challenges, such as discerning genuine people from those harboring secret animosity.