In a recent interview with The Black Media, Azealia Banks got a few things off her chest. She spoke about female rappers and also went into detail about her feelings towards Cardi B.
“…don’t get me wrong I’m very entertained by Cardi B, and I really like “Bodak Yellow” like it’s a really good song, but you are not that girl. It’s just the truth...you know what I’m saying?", Banks said.
"Like I’m not trying to take anything from you, but you’re just like, you know its like this female rap thing is like a linage its a real fire that burns in a soul, you don’t have that fire, I’m very happy for your success and I love your come up and I love like seeing you smile and having a good time, but this like women’s expression this Black woman’s expression….just the fire of the Black Women’s expression Cardi, you don’t have it, and you won’t get it, because it’s not you.”
Banks didn't want to come off as a hater, but wanted to express her concern. In her statement, she questions whether Cardi B has a true hunger for Hip Hop. Those who watched Banks interview had mixed reviews. Some applauded her others disagreed.
What do you think about Azealia Banks' statement on Cardi B?
Source: twitter.com
