Cardi B is not holding back after Republican Congressman Glenn Grothman criticized her and Megan Thee Stallion’s “WAP” Grammy performance. The performance, which sparked outrage in some conservative circles, was brought up by Grothman during a Congressional hearing, but the Bronx rapper quickly responded, calling out the Congressman for focusing on the wrong things.
Congressman Grothman’s Complaints About Cardi B’s Performance
On Thursday, April 22, Glenn Grothman addressed the Grammy performance on the Congressional floor, stating he had received complaints about the performance from his constituents. Grothman voiced his concern that the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) should step in to censor such performances from airing on national television. He felt that the “WAP” performance was inappropriate for family viewing, particularly during a primetime slot.
Cardi B Fires Back, Calls Out the Focus on the Wrong Issues
Cardi B, never one to shy away from a fight, immediately took to Twitter to express her frustration with Grothman’s comments. “This gets me so mad ya don’t even know,” Cardi wrote, pointing out how Grothman chose to focus on a performance from months ago instead of addressing more immediate issues. She expressed her disappointment that a Grammy performance was the topic of discussion, rather than more relevant matters.
Cardi B Demands More Focus on Real Concerns
Cardi called out the Congressman for directing attention toward a performance instead of the issues that matter most, saying the focus should be on entertainment and art rather than policing artists’ expressions. She also emphasized that there are more important conversations happening in the world that demand attention, and that it’s time for political figures to move beyond outdated debates.
In her tweet, Cardi stood firm in her belief that entertainers should not be the target of criticism when they are simply using their platform to entertain and inspire. As always, Cardi B made it clear that she’ll speak her mind, no matter who’s trying to silence her.
With the ongoing criticism, Cardi continues to use her voice to defend her art and challenge those who try to limit the creative freedom of artists. Her unwavering confidence in herself and her performance leaves no doubt that she will continue to push boundaries in both her music and her public persona.
