Cardi B Responds to Latto's Diss Track — "I Didn't Mean Any Harm"

One of hip hop's most anticipated feuds just got a major new chapter. Latto confirmed on The Breakfast Club on June 4, 2026 that she dissed Cardi B on her new album — and within hours, Cardi B took to social media to respond publicly, offering both an apology and a defence of her actions.

How the Feud Started

The beef between Cardi B and Latto traces back to leaked audio that surfaced in 2025 in which Cardi B could be heard insulting Latto during a private phone call. The leak caused immediate controversy — Cardi was eight months pregnant at the time and had just released her sophomore album "Am I the Drama?" The audio quickly went viral and put Cardi on the defensive during one of the most significant moments of her professional year.

Cardi responded to the initial leak with a public apology, but the damage to the relationship between the two rappers had been done. Latto, who had previously been seen as cordial with Cardi, made clear she was not satisfied with the apology.

Latto Confirms the Diss

The situation escalated dramatically on June 4, 2026, when Latto appeared on The Breakfast Club for a wide-ranging interview about her new album. During the conversation, Latto confirmed what many fans had already suspected — that she had directed a diss at Cardi B on her new project, in a track called "Gimme Dat."

Latto did not hold back in explaining her reasoning. She made clear she was unhappy with Cardi B's remarks about her in the leaked audio and had decided to address it through her music rather than through more leaked conversations or social media arguments.

The confirmation sent social media into a frenzy. Within minutes of the Breakfast Club clip circulating on X, Cardi B was trending nationwide as fans of both artists weighed in on who had the stronger position in the dispute.

Cardi B Fires Back — Sort Of

Cardi B's response came quickly — and it was more nuanced than a straightforward clap back. Rather than responding with aggression, Cardi chose a combination of apology and explanation that she posted directly to X.

"I truly understand how you feel… and that's exactly why I chose to apologize publicly because the disrespect became public," Cardi wrote. "On that call I didn't even mean to call you that, I didn't mean any harm. There's a difference in what I said vs what I meant. What I could have said was you was too forgiving and gave too much mercy in that situation. But it was a heated conversation and I let my mouth get the best of me."

Cardi also addressed the timing of the original leak, noting the difficult circumstances she was dealing with when it emerged. "When the call came out I was eight months pregnant, had just released my album, and was extremely overwhelmed and emotional."

The Bigger Picture for Both Artists

The timing of this feud is significant for both women's careers. Latto's new album arrives as she is establishing herself as one of the most commercially successful female rappers of her generation — and a diss track aimed at Cardi B is guaranteed to generate press coverage that money cannot buy.

For Cardi B, the situation is more complicated. Her sophomore album "Am I the Drama?" was a commercial success, and she is preparing for what promises to be a major 2026 — including new music she has teased will represent a complete creative pivot into a "new era." The last thing she needs is a prolonged public dispute with another major female artist consuming the narrative around her career.

Whether this feud escalates further — with a response track from Cardi or continued social media exchanges — or quietly de-escalates is the question the hip hop community is watching closely.

What Fans Are Saying

Social media reaction has been sharply divided. Latto supporters praised her for addressing the situation through her art and standing her ground. Cardi B's fans argued that Cardi's apology was genuine and that keeping the feud alive serves neither artist's interests.

One widely shared sentiment pointed out the irony: "Both of these women are too talented to be spending energy on this. We want the music."

Key Takeaways

• Latto confirmed on The Breakfast Club on June 4, 2026 that she dissed Cardi B on her new album in a track called "Gimme Dat"
• The feud stems from leaked audio in 2025 in which Cardi B insulted Latto during a private phone call
• Cardi B publicly responded on X with a mix of apology and explanation: "I didn't mean any harm"
• Cardi noted she was eight months pregnant when the audio leaked and was "extremely overwhelmed and emotional"
• The feud is generating significant attention for both artists ahead of major 2026 projects
• Cardi B has teased a "new era" with her upcoming third album — this feud threatens to overshadow that narrative
• Fan reaction is divided — many calling for both artists to let the music speak for itself