Cardi B just added another major accolade to her growing list of cultural triumphs. The Grammy-winning rapper and global icon is set to receive the 2025 ASCAP Voice Of The Culture Award, a distinction that celebrates her game-changing contributions to hip-hop and her undeniable influence on the cultural landscape.
Announced by ASCAP (the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers) and confirmed by Complex, the award recognizes Cardi’s role as a fearless innovator who has reshaped the narrative for women in rap. In a statement, ASCAP Chairman Paul Williams praised Cardi’s raw authenticity and her role in pushing boundaries: “Cardi B has left an indelible mark on the culture of hip-hop by redefining and challenging the norms for women,” he said. “She continues to use her voice to advocate for and inspire others.”
Cardi B will accept the award next month in Los Angeles, joining a short list of previous recipients who’ve significantly shifted the culture, including Usher (2024), Timbaland, Swizz Beatz & D-Nice (2021), and T.I. (2019). Unlike annual honors, the Voice Of The Culture Award is only presented when an ASCAP member’s impact reaches a truly defining level.
From her explosive debut album Invasion of Privacy to viral moments and unfiltered social commentary, Cardi B has consistently proven that she’s more than a chart-topping artist—she’s a force. Her fearless presence, whether dissecting political issues or celebrating Latina identity, has made her one of the most important voices of this generation.
This ASCAP recognition is an acknowledgment of Cardi B’s cultural authority and how she continues to shape the dialogue around gender, power, and representation in hip-hop. For Cardi B, it’s not just about bars—it’s about breaking down barriers, one unapologetic move at a time.
