Rapper Cardi B has become one of the biggest stars in music over the past few years. Known for her bold personality and hit songs, Cardi B has amassed a huge fan following with her catchy lyrics and infectious energy. However, behind the scenes, Cardi B’s priorities have shifted in recent years with the birth of her two children – Kulture Kiari Cephus in 2018 and a son in 2021. While motherhood presents challenges for any woman, especially one with Cardi B’s hectic career, it seems to have brought a lot of positive change and fulfillment to her life.

New Purpose and Motivation

One of the most notable impacts of motherhood on Cardi B has been giving her a renewed sense of purpose. In several interviews, Cardi B has spoken about how becoming a mother motivated her to work even harder. She wants to ensure her children grow up in a secure environment and want for nothing. This drives Cardi B to continue achieving success in the music industry on a global scale.

In an interview with Vogue in 2019, Cardi B said “I want to spoil my daughter. I want to give her everything she wants…I want to be able to spoil whoever I want. I want to be able to help my family for generations.” [1] This shows how motherhood has shifted Cardi B’s priorities from solely focusing on herself to providing stability and opportunities for her children long into the future.

The birth of her son in 2021 only seemed to strengthen Cardi B’s motivation. In an Instagram post shortly after giving birth, she wrote “I’m so overly emotional, I’m so happy my son is finally here, I just want to say thank you to every single person that have [sic] been supporting me on my journey.” [2] Having two children to care for clearly lights a fire under Cardi B to keep pushing the boundaries of her success.

Personal Growth

Along with renewed purpose, motherhood has also fostered personal growth in Cardi B. Being responsible for small children is a humbling experience that requires adjusting one’s behavior and priorities. In various interviews, Cardi B has spoken about finding the balance between her bold, outspoken personality and being a nurturing, calming presence for her daughter.

In an interview with Vogue, Cardi B said “I think I’ve evolved more [as a person since becoming a mother]. Even with my daughter, I have to watch what I say around her. I know that the things that I say, they can influence her one day.” [1] This shows a new level of self-awareness from Cardi B regarding how her actions impact those around her, especially her children.

Cardi B has also discussed maturing as a person through motherhood. In an interview with People, she said “I feel like I’ve matured a lot, especially from just having a kid. It’s just so crazy how being a mom makes you more of an adult.” [3] Dealing with the responsibilities of raising children requires Cardi B to take on a calmer, more responsible mindset compared to earlier in her career. Overall, motherhood seems to be fostering personal evolution in Cardi B on an emotional level.

Unconditional Love

Aside from purpose and growth, one of the most rewarding aspects of motherhood Cardi B has experienced is the unconditional love that comes with having children. In interviews, she frequently gushes about her deep bond with both Kulture and her son. The love a mother feels for her children is unlike any other relationship.

In an Instagram post celebrating Kulture’s third birthday, Cardi B wrote a heartfelt message saying “You make me so proud every day. You’re such a little lady now but will always be daddy’s little girl. Thank you for being the best daughter and sister.” [4] The raw emotion and affection in Cardi B’s words shows how profoundly her daughter enriches her life.

After giving birth to her son, Cardi B posted on Instagram “I just know that these moments are very short lived and I’m just so happy I get to spend them with you.” [5] The newfound appreciation Cardi B feels for the small moments with her children is a testament to the unique love only a mother can experience. This unconditional bond seems to bring Cardi B immense fulfillment and joy on a daily basis.

Strength and Resilience

In addition to love, motherhood has also helped strengthen Cardi B’s character. Raising children, especially as a single parent at times, requires immense resilience, patience, and the ability to adapt to constant changes. Cardi B has acknowledged how becoming a mom has made her tougher both mentally and physically.

In an interview with People, Cardi B said “Being a mom, there’s a lot of responsibilities that you need to take care of, and it’s just changed me a lot. You have to grow up and you have to change a lot of things.” [3] Juggling motherhood while maintaining a busy career has no doubt built Cardi B’s stamina and perseverance.

Cardi B has also discussed the physical toll of pregnancy and recovery. However, she sees it as strengthening her. In an interview with Vogue, she said “Giving birth, it just really shapes you up. It really puts you in a different mindset…After I gave birth, I feel like I’m a superhero because I was able to handle all that pain and I was able to still have my baby right next to me. It just feels like, wow. I’m a strong woman.” [1] Through it all, Cardi B’s resilience as a mother shines through.

New Perspective

In addition to personal growth, motherhood has also given Cardi B a new outlook and perspective. Having children teaches valuable life lessons about responsibility, compassion, and independence. Cardi B’s approach to parenting seems geared towards instilling important values in her children that will set them up for success.

In an interview with People, Cardi B said “I want my kids to be very independent. I don’t want them to always think that everything is going to be handed out to them. I want them to work for it.” [3] This reflects Cardi B’s drive to work hard that she likely wants to pass on. She wants her children to have a strong work ethic.

Cardi B has also said she hopes to teach her daughter about female empowerment. In an interview with Elle, she said “I really want to show her that you don’t have to be perfect…As long as you stand up for yourself and you work hard, you can do whatever you want.” [6] Motherhood is shaping Cardi B’s philosophy on important life lessons to impart to her kids about independence, perseverance, and embracing one’s individuality.

Challenges of Balancing Motherhood and Career

While motherhood has brought many rewards, Cardi B has also been candid about the difficulties that come with balancing her high-profile career and parenting demands. In interviews, she has discussed feeling torn between work obligations and spending quality time with her children. [3] Juggling schedules and responsibilities can take its toll.

In 2020, Cardi B told Vogue she was considering retiring from music to fully focus on her family. [1] This shows how seriously she takes her maternal duties amidst a hectic lifestyle. However, Cardi B ultimately decided to continue her career but on her own terms with fewer commitments to maximize family time.

Even with help from nannies and her husband Offset, motherhood isn’t easy for Cardi B. In an Instagram post, she wrote “No matter how rich u are, how famous u are , how smart u are, what matters most is how good u are as a person, human, friend , mother, sister, wife and employee at your job.” [7] Balancing it all remains an ongoing challenge.

Conclusion

While there’s no saying definitively if motherhood is the absolute best thing for Cardi B’s career or personal life, there are strong indications that it’s brought a lot of positive change and fulfillment to who she is. She seems to have embraced the challenges while reveling in the unconditional love, purpose, strength and new perspective that comes with raising her children. Through it all, Cardi B remains dedicated to being the best mother possible while continuing to achieve success on her own terms. Only time will tell how motherhood continues shaping her journey, but its impact so far has been profoundly transformative.