Cardi B is back on the mic, and her new single, “Outside,” has fans suspecting it’s a bold jab at her ex, Offset.
The two met in early 2017, had a headline-making relationship with several ups and downs, and sadly, Cardi filed for divorce in summer 2024. Since then, it’s been radio silence on the music front—until now.
“Outside” marks Cardi’s first solo release in over a year, with fans catching early snippets as far back as September 2024. The track officially dropped at Cannes Lions this week, then later hit digital platforms like iTunes and streaming services nationwide.
Fans were quick to dissect the lyrics—and there’s a certain vibe:
“Do you how you do me, bet you we won’t speak again / Favorite player from your favorite team, he in my DM,”
Cardi raps in the first verse.
For anyone still tracking, Cardi is reportedly dating Stefon Diggs, the New England Patriots receiver. That connection might explain the next line:
“Heard them Patriots got them n—as, let me in the locker room.”
Sure—stylish, sharp, and undeniable. But is any of it about Offset? She doesn’t mention him by name—and as far as she’s said, this isn’t some fiery public breakup anthem. It’s more like Cardi reclaiming her power on her own beat. And given how intertwined Offset and the NFL-sphere is (his ex, Migos star Quavo, is stepping in as a backup receiver), fans aren’t surprised if she’s weaving in personal details.
So does this single qualify as an Offset diss track? Hard to say. It’s clearly personal—but it’s also punchy enough to stand on its own without needing a feud to fuel it.
Either way, Cardi’s back—and she’s unapologetically herself. She’s mixing real talk with fun wordplay, and whether she’s dissing her ex or just dropping some self-affirming bars, “Outside” is sure to spark conversation. You can grab it now on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you stream—and ready your playlists for Cardi’s next move.
