Trina Names Cardi B As The Best New Female Rapper In The Last 5 Years

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Her choice elicited several responses from the public who mentioned Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat, and Young M.A.

They've often showered one another with compliments and now Trina is giving Cardi B quite the co-sign. The Florida icon has been respected in the industry for decades as a veteran in the Rap game, and in recent years, there has been a meteoric influx of newcomers looking to be the next lady to take over the scene. 

While dozens of women are vying for their position on the charts, Trina has continued to perform, create music, and has even shown face on a reality show or two. Recently, she sat down for a virtual interview on Fox Soul's Get Into It with Tami Roman where the rapper discussed her career and who she believes has been commanding the most attention.

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Tami asked Trina who she believed is the best woman in Rap within the last five years, and matter-of-factly, Trina answered, "Cardi B." Swiftly, Rap fans shared an opinion or two about Trina's choice. Cardi's supporters were thankful for the mention, while others cited Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat, Tierra Whack, Young M.A, and City Girls. It's a polarizing discussion, so check out Trina on Get Into It with Tami Roman below and look through a few reactions to Trina's choice.


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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.