Cardi B and Kehlani's "Safe" wins Best Hip-Hop at the 2026 VMAs, marking Cardi's fifth VMA win and adding to the success of her album Am I the Drama?
- September 28, 2026
AceShowbiz - Cardi B's collaboration with Kehlani on the track "Safe" earned the prestigious Best Hip-Hop Award at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards. The event took place live on September 27 in Los Angeles, with Snoop Dogg hosting the ceremony.
The music video for "Safe," directed by ARRAD, stood out among a competitive lineup that included Don Toliver’s "E85," Drake’s "Janice STFU," Megan Thee Stallion’s "Lover Girl," Travis Scott’s "Dumbo," and Tyler, The Creator’s "Sugar on My Tongue." This win marks the fifth VMA for Cardi B, who previously received the Best Hip-Hop Award in 2019 for her hit "Money."
"Safe" is featured on Cardi B's 2025 album, Am I the Drama? The album enjoyed commercial success, supported by a 35-show tour that grossed over $70 million. Additionally, Am I the Drama? won Best Hip-Hop Album at the 2026 American Music Awards and achieved triple platinum certification.
Looking ahead, Cardi B shared plans to release her next album in 2027. She revealed that after her November birthday, she will focus exclusively on recording the new project. Having already completed two songs, she feels confident and energized about the upcoming release, describing a fresh attitude and determination to move forward.
Fans can continue to enjoy the award-winning "Safe" video featuring Kehlani, which remains available for viewing across multiple platforms.
This article is based on reporting originally published by Xxlmag.