Cardi B Finally Returns With Highly-Anticipated "Like What (Freestyle)"

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The visuals for this hyped track were directed by nonother than Offset.

Back on February 20, on-again, off-again partner of Cardi B, Offset, was encouraging his boo to drop her next LP. "Stop being scary and drop the album s**t goes crazy." While there was not any audio, he was giving his best stank-face for whatever he was teasing in the video. That anticipation deepened after her die-hard supporters were begging for her to return after a series of memes and a #WhereIsCardi poster.

Well, we can finally say that Cardi B is at least slowly rebuilding as she finally dropped "Like What (Freestyle)." This marks The Bronx rapper's first single since last September with the highly-maligned "Bongos" with Megan Thee Stallion." Additionally, an album rollout could be underway as well. If you watch to the end of the music video, directed by Offset, you will see a message that says, "Just beginning... stay tuned."

Listen To "Like What (Freestyle)" By Cardi B

A fan account shared a snippet of the "Like What (Freestyle)" on Instagram about four days ago. Now, the full version is here. The beat flips Missy Elliott's classic hit "She's a B****." Lyrically, Cardi is delivering some solid rhymes and lines, even presumably sending some strays toward JT of the City Girls. Be sure to check out the return of Cardi B above.

What are your thoughts on this brand-new single, "Like What (Freestyle)," by Cardi B? For her fans, is this track a satisfying return for her, why or why not? What was your favorite element of the song and why? How long do you think we will have to wait for her sophomore album? Did Offset do well with directing? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Cardi B and Offset. Finally, stay with us for the most informative song posts throughout the week.

Quotable Lyrics:

First, that b**** hate me, then this b**** hate me
And somehow, they link up and they become friends, like, how?
B****, pipe down (Pipe down)
Moodboard, all y'all imitatin' my style (Mm)
Bad b****, red lips, let me show you
White toes, eatin' yellowtail out of Nobu

About The Author
Zachary Horvath is one of the Music Freelance News Writers at HotNewHipHop and has held that title since August 2023. Prior to this position, he held another freelance gig covering local high school football, girls and boys varsity basketball, in addition to recapping Cleveland Cavaliers games remotely. He's taken the previous experience and used it to become a jack of all trades at HotNewHipHop. Zach has thoroughly enjoyed tackling some of the trending topics in sports, with a larger focus on hip-hop and pop culture. Some of those include Bronny James's draft stock, a multitude of angles swirling around the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef, as well as Diddy's arrest and lawsuits. Separate from the headlines that everyone wants to hear about, he was fortunate enough to help spread Zaytoven's current thoughts at the time around mid-December in 2023. Even though being able to give his expertise on these stories is fulfilling, being able to share his passion for releases trumps that ever so slightly. Having the chance to express his excitement indirectly about what he thinks our readers should be checking out/revisiting grows his passion for writing that much more.
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