Bartier Cardi
single
CoverBartier Cardi (Official Single Cover) by Cardi B.png
ArtistCardi B featuring 21 Savage
AlbumInvasion of Privacy
ReleasedDecember 22, 2017
Recorded2017
GenreHip hop · trap
LabelAtlantic
WriterBelcalis Almanzar · Shayaa Abraham-Joseph · Samuel Gloade · Darryl McCorkell
Producer30 Roc · Cheeze Beatz
ChronologyCardi B
Prev year2017
Next year2018

"Bartier Cardi" is a song by American rapper Cardi B featuring British-American rapper 21 Savage, from the former's debut studio album Invasion of Privacy (2018). It was released on December 22, 2017, as the second single from the album.[1] The song was written by the two performers and its producers 30 Roc and Cheeze Beatz. Its official music video received a nomination for Best Hip-Hop Video at the 2018 MTV Video Music Awards.[2]

Background

Cardi B teased the release of the single through social media and confirmed it on December 20.[3] Before the release, she became the first female rapper to send her first three Billboard Hot 100 entries to the top 10, with "Bodak Yellow", "No Limit" and "MotorSport".[4] The original version of the song leaked in January 2020 and featured rapper Playboi Carti.

Composition

Cardi B raps a series of triplet rhythms over a minimal trap beat and synth chords, as noted by Rolling Stone. Themes in the lyrics include her attraction for diamonds, sports cars and sex.[5] 21 Savage raps a similar theme from a male perspective.[6] XXL described Cardi's triplet flow as Migos-esque.[7]

Critical reception

Sheldon Pearce of Pitchfork noted "her phrases sway naturally, the same way her chatter does. She never minces words, and in these verses, her taunts and insults are even more cutting." He opined the single is "even more audacious" than her previous "Bodak Yellow" and "full of the same controlled aggression", though "not as instantly quotable". He added "Cardi has a distinct presence, and next to the inexpressive 21 [Savage] she seems even livelier."[8] Jon Caramanica in The New York Times described it as a "sinister, greasy number full of quick-tongued rapping", featuring a "charmingly snarling verse" from 21 Savage.[9] Jose Martinez of Complex described it as a "banger",[10] and Sidney Madden of NPR opined, for its "fairly simple rhyme scheme" it is "perfect" for fans to "belt out in the club".[11] For Tosten Burks of Spin, 21 Savage "feels out of place".[12]

Music video

Directed by Petra Collins,[13] the music video premiered on April 2, 2018.[14] In the video, Cardi B performs on a silver-covered stage in red fur, satin lingerie and diamonds. The visuals are reminiscent of the Hollywood's golden era, as noted by a Vogue editor.[15] The clip features a guest appearance by Offset.[16]

The video features paid promotion from Fashion Nova, which Cardi B is an ambassador for. Throughout the video, many Instagram influencers and models appear including Salem Mitchell, Widney Bazile, Ashourina Washington, Destiny Anderson, and Leanna.[17][18] Numerous male models are seen standing like the Statue of David in white boxer briefs, among them include twins Austin & Alec Proeh.[19][20]

Live performances

A snippet of the song was included during her performance with Bruno Mars of the song "Finesse" at the 60th Grammy Awards.[21] Cardi performed "Bartier Cardi" during a medley at the 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards.[22] On April 7, 2018, Cardi B performed the song in a medley with "Bodak Yellow" on Saturday Night Live.[23]

Awards and nominations

YearCeremonyCategoryResultRef.
2018BET AwardsBest Collaboration[24]
MTV Video Music AwardsBest Hip Hop[25]
2019ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music AwardsWinning Songsstyle="text-align:center;|[26]
BMI R&B/Hip-Hop AwardsMost Performed R&B/Hip-Hop Songs[27]

Charts

Weekly charts

Chart (2018)Peak
position
Australia (ARIA)[28]77
France (SNEP)[29]91
Greece International (IFPI)[30]9
Ireland (IRMA)[31]51
Latvia (DigiTop100)[32]34
New Zealand Heatseekers (RMNZ)[33]1

Year-end charts

Chart (2018)Position
Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[34]79
US Billboard Hot 100[35]61
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[36]34
US Rhythmic (Billboard)[37]42

Release history

RegionDateFormatLabel(s)Ref.
United StatesDecember 22, 2017Digital download · streamingKSR · Atlantic[1]

References

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  2. ^ Variety Staff (2018-07-16). "Cardi B, Beyonce, Jay-Z Lead 2018 MTV VMA Nominations". Variety. Retrieved 2018-07-16.
  3. ^ Brandle, Lars (December 20, 2017). "Cardi B 😩😩😩💕 Sets New Single 'Bartier Bardi' Featuring 21 Savage". Billboard. Retrieved December 21, 2017.
  4. ^ Zellner, Xander (December 19, 2017). "Cardi B Makes History on Hot 100 With Third Career-Opening Top 10". Billboard. Retrieved December 21, 2017.
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  9. ^ Caramanica, Jon (December 22, 2017). "The Playlist: Cardi B Isn't Going Anywhere and 9 More New Songs". The New York Times. Retrieved December 22, 2017.
  10. ^ Martinez, Jose (December 22, 2017). "Cardi B Drops Another Banger With "Bartier Cardi" f/ 21 Savage". Complex. Retrieved December 22, 2017.
  11. ^ Madden, Sydney (December 22, 2017). "Cardi B Recruits 21 Savage For New Single 'Bartier Cardi'". NPR. Retrieved December 22, 2017.
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