Cardi B's debut album, 'Invasion of Privacy,' has made history by becoming the first female rap album to exceed 5 billion streams on Spotify since its release in 2018.

This milestone underscores the album's significant contribution to Cardi B's rise to fame and its status as the most-streamed rap album by a female artist on the platform.

Notable tracks from the album, including 'Bodak Yellow,' 'I Like It' featuring Bad Bunny and J Balvin, and 'Be Careful,' highlight its impact as a defining project of the 2010s.

Invasion of Privacy was groundbreaking, as it was the first female rap album to win the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album, with every track certified platinum or higher by the RIAA.

The continued streaming success of the album emphasizes Cardi B's strong presence in the hip-hop industry, maintaining its popularity among fans.

As Cardi B prepares for her upcoming sophomore album, she does so with a historic legacy supported by her debut album's impressive streaming numbers.

Her new album, 'Am I the Drama?,' is set to release on September 19, 2025, and will include 23 tracks, raising high expectations following the success of her debut.

Additionally, her new single 'Outside' has been chosen as the official theme song for the SummerSlam event, showcasing her expanding influence in entertainment.

On August 2, 2025, Cardi B made her WWE debut as the host of SummerSlam 2025, where she teased the new track from her upcoming album.

The article highlights the ongoing popularity and streaming success of both established and newer artists in the rap genre.

It also lists the top 35 most-streamed rap albums on Spotify, showcasing a blend of modern classics and enduring hits.

Leading the list is Post Malone's 'Hollywood’s Bleeding' with 14.4 billion streams, followed by other notable albums such as Drake's 'Scorpion' and Kendrick Lamar's 'DAMN.' which has also reached the 10-billion streams club.