In a shocking shake-up of the music streaming hierarchy, Cardi B now holds the record for the most songs by a female rapper on Apple Music's Top 500 Most Streamed Songs of All Time list — tallying a staggering 8 entries.
This milestone positions her alongside giants such as Ed Sheeran, The Weeknd, and Drake, who currently top the all-time streaming charts.
Notably, Drake dominates with 27 entries, while Cardi B claims her spot with unparalleled female rap representation .
One of her flagship tracks, “Bodak Yellow,” is celebrated as the most streamed female rap song in Apple Music history.
The track’s impact isn’t limited to rap charts — it's an emblem of Cardi's cultural power and an emblem of female empowerment in the hip-hop scene.
Apple Music's Top 500 list, released as part of its 10‑year anniversary celebration, showcases a decade of global listening habits.
It’s a moment to appreciate the seismic influence of modern streaming — and Cardi’s dominance is impossible to ignore.
This feat amplifies Cardi’s impressive résumé, which includes a tally of Diamond-certified singles like “Bodak Yellow,” “Girls Like You,” and “I Like It”.
But beyond industry accolades, her Apple Music achievement signals a powerful shift.
Yet, controversy simmers. Critics argue streaming charts remain male-dominated, with Cardi’s success being an outlier rather than a rule.
Others question if streaming truly reflects artistic merit or is skewed by playlist placements, algorithms, and marketing pushes.
What do you think? Is Cardi B’s dominance a sign of genuine progress for women in rap — or a token statistic in a still-male-led streaming world?
Share your thoughts in the comments section below— and dive into the Top 500 playlist on Apple Music to judge for yourself.
This milestone positions her alongside giants such as Ed Sheeran, The Weeknd, and Drake, who currently top the all-time streaming charts.
Notably, Drake dominates with 27 entries, while Cardi B claims her spot with unparalleled female rap representation .
One of her flagship tracks, “Bodak Yellow,” is celebrated as the most streamed female rap song in Apple Music history.
The track’s impact isn’t limited to rap charts — it's an emblem of Cardi's cultural power and an emblem of female empowerment in the hip-hop scene.
Apple Music's Top 500 list, released as part of its 10‑year anniversary celebration, showcases a decade of global listening habits.
It’s a moment to appreciate the seismic influence of modern streaming — and Cardi’s dominance is impossible to ignore.
This feat amplifies Cardi’s impressive résumé, which includes a tally of Diamond-certified singles like “Bodak Yellow,” “Girls Like You,” and “I Like It”.
But beyond industry accolades, her Apple Music achievement signals a powerful shift.
Yet, controversy simmers. Critics argue streaming charts remain male-dominated, with Cardi’s success being an outlier rather than a rule.
Others question if streaming truly reflects artistic merit or is skewed by playlist placements, algorithms, and marketing pushes.
What do you think? Is Cardi B’s dominance a sign of genuine progress for women in rap — or a token statistic in a still-male-led streaming world?
Share your thoughts in the comments section below— and dive into the Top 500 playlist on Apple Music to judge for yourself.
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