The rap world is buzzing, and not necessarily in a good way for BIA. Her debut album, “BIANCA,” has landed with a thud in terms of sales, selling a mere 2,800 units in its first week. This disappointing performance has predictably sent waves of excitement through the fanbase of her rival, Cardi B.
A Stark Contrast to Cardi B’s Success
This news comes as a stark contrast to Cardi B’s recent success. After a seven-year hiatus, Cardi B dropped her sophomore album, “AM I THE DRAMA?” in September, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, moving an impressive 200,000 copies. The numbers for “BIANCA” not only missed the charts entirely but were even lower than some initial, less dire, reports suggested.
While artistic quality is subjective, Cardi B’s fans, often referred to as the “Bardi Gang,” are clearly focused on the hard numbers. They’ve taken to social media, particularly the comments section of chart tracking posts, to celebrate BIA’s low sales figures and declare victory in the ongoing feud between the two artists.
Fans Weigh In on Social Media
Fans have been quick to mock BIA’s performance. Comments like “It went double wood” (referencing a fake RIAA Wood plaque) and “guess we still can’t name 5 BIA songs” highlight the perceived lack of impact from her debut. Another fan bluntly stated, “Bia who? Cardi’s numbers still clownin’ these flops,” emphasizing the perceived dominance of Cardi B.
This taunting stems partly from a previous Instagram post by BIA where she boasted about having “16 more songs u can name” ahead of “BIANCA’s” release, a statement her rival’s fans are now using against her.
Cardi B’s Reaction
Cardi B herself has acknowledged the news, though she expressed a desire not to “bully” BIA. During an X Spaces conversation, she mentioned finding out about the sales numbers and stated, “I’m not gonna pick on her because of that sh*t. That, then that’s overkill.” However, she also issued a veiled warning, suggesting she would “strike again” when she felt ready, implying the feud is far from over.
While Cardi B maintains a somewhat more measured public stance, her fanbase is clearly relishing this moment. The low sales for “BIANCA” have provided ample ammunition for the “Bardi Gang” to celebrate their favorite artist’s continued success and highlight BIA’s struggles.
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