Cardi B was upset with her "AH HA" music video shoot, but it turns out it all worked out. The visual finally dropped today (Friday, August 28) and features Cardi out on her block with a few outfit changes, engaging choreography, motorcycle-riding, celebrations of her Dominican heritage and more.
It all has the vibe of a big block party and just a typically bustling day in New York City, and it fits with the rambunctious vibe of Cardi B's newest single. It was her first solo release since the release of her long-awaited sophomore album AM I THE DRAMA? last year, and she clearly wants to give it more legs.
While there aren't any wild or super striking elements in this video beyond the skillful craft, it's nice to see the Bronx superstar work well with simple concepts. The video goes by quick and it feels much more at home than other, more dramatic treatments.
We'll see if she has even more material on the way. After all, following up a long-awaited studio album return by keeping the foot on the gas seems like a great way to maintain hype.
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Cardi B's New Music Video
"AH HA" is taking the Bardi Gang beyond the AM I THE DRAMA? era, but Cardi B's still dealing with fallout from that project. That's mostly due to the BIA diss track "Pretty & Petty," the big explosive point of a long-running feud.
There are still some emotions to deal with despite the back-and-forth dying down in the booth. Earlier this month, BIA apologized for being shady to Doja Cat, which led Cardi fans to call her out for not having similar energy for her. Clearly, the Massachusetts femcee is not going to forgive her anytime soon, and she sees the situations as very different.
We'll see if there's anything about this of consequence beyond social media responses and shade. While another diss track doesn't seem in the cards, it wouldn't be too out of the ordinary.
Meanwhile, Cardi B's collaborative efforts this year have also made a splash, such as her appearance on the posthumous Nipsey Hussle album. Perhaps there are even more releases and visuals in store before 2026 is out.
