Cardi B Features Tyla on New Album After Defending Her Against Trolls

JOHANNESBURG — 15 September 2025

Cardi B has revealed South Africa’s Grammy winner Tyla as a featured artist on her upcoming album “AM I THE DRAMA?” dropping Friday. The announcement included eight global stars on the 23-track project.

Partnering with Spotify, Cardi B shared the news on Instagram Monday with the caption: “WHO ELSE IS THE DRAMA?” (source: artist announcement)

Other collaborators include Janet Jackson, Megan Thee Stallion, Lizzo and Selena Gomez, highlighting the album’s global appeal.

Tyla’s involvement follows her international breakthrough with hit “Water”, which earned her a Grammy for Best African Music Performance. Her blend of amapiano, pop and R&B has galvanized fans worldwide.

Earlier this year, Cardi B publicly defended Tyla against online harassment targeting the Johannesburg-born star’s identity and success.

Critics on social media labelled Tyla an ‘industry plant’ or ‘uppity African’ (source not provided). Others questioned her use of ‘Coloured’ self-identification — a term considered offensive by some in the US — instead of ‘Black’ (source not provided).

The album release marks another milestone for Tyla while reinforcing Africa’s growing influence on global music charts.