The historic feud between rappers Cardi B and Nicki Minaj flared up again on October 1, 2025, following a heated argument on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). This round, the feud took a particularly nasty turn as personal attacks escalated to the other person’s children — triggering a broad backlash from fans and critics.
The drama, it is said, started after Cardi B’s second album, Am I the Drama?, landed at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, moving more than 200,000 units within its opening week. The success of the album fueled online comparisons to Nicki Minaj’s recent output, reviving long-standing tensions between the two singers.
Nicki Minaj allegedly responded by posting — and quickly deleting — a series of offensive tweets aimed at Cardi’s 7-year-old daughter, Kulture, referring to her as a “roach” and “monkey.” The disturbing comments immediately drew outrage, with many fans condemning Minaj for dragging children into their feud.
Girl it’s YOUR SON BIRTHDAY why are you on twitter dedicating essays to me??? For the love of god go to chuckie cheese
— Cardi B (@iamcardib) October 1, 2025
Cardi B, currently pregnant with her third child, didn’t hold back in her response. She defended her daughter fiercely and accused Minaj of harboring jealousy — particularly alluding to concerns over Nicki’s young son Pope’s developmental progress. Cardi’s fans quickly rallied behind her, praising her for standing up for her family while slamming both artists for letting the feud spiral so far.
Kulture u a roach & a monkey. Like your sister
— Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) October 1, 2025
Though both stars have exchanged jabs historically — including in a now-notorious 2018 physical fight at Fashion Week — this most recent escalation, which involves children, has prompted many to demand the feud come to an end altogether.
Up until now, neither musician has made a public apology or commented on the drama beyond their initial statements. But one thing is certain: what started as a chart war is now getting very personal — and fans are as divided as ever.
i cannot believe these tweets are actually REAL!!! pic.twitter.com/PyVNrQwwd6
— spicebae (@spicebae_) October 1, 2025
