It’s still Libra season, and just over a week after celebrating her 34th birthday with an intimate family gathering in the Dominican Republic, rapper Cardi B gave fans a long-awaited NPR Tiny Desk Concert today at 12:00 PM ET (9:00 AM PT).
A Tiny Desk appearance from the Bronx superstar has felt overdue for years. Known for commanding arenas and festival stages, Cardi wore a vintage Mugler star embellished blazer paired sleek black leather leggings bringing the energy fans expected. She delivered a performance packed with humor, charisma, and some of the biggest records of her career in 18 minutes.
Cardi started with ‘Hello,’ a Billboard 200 #1 and infectious anthem from her sophomore studio album Am I the Drama? while sticking to her signature off-the-cuff personality.
From “Bodak Yellow”, reminding everyone why she became a household name, to “I Like It” she turned the NPR office into a “Cardi Party”, ending the set with hugs and heartfelt thanks.
The performance arrives after Cardi was forced to cancel her appearance at Jamaica’s BZR WKND Festival due to unresolved contractual and logistical issues. If fans were disappointed by that setback, her Tiny Desk debut made up for it in a major way. The set felt like an invitation into Cardi’s world.
Set List
“Hello”
“ErrTime”
“Man of Your Word”
“Be Careful”
“Up”
“AH HA”
“Bodak Yellow”
“I Like It”
