Cardi B (born Belcalis Marlenis Almanzar, October 11, 1992) is an American rapper from the Bronx, New York. She gained initial prominence through appearances on the VH1 reality series Love & Hip Hop: New York before launching her music career in 2016. Her 2017 single "Bodak Yellow" became a breakthrough hit, making her the first female rapper to top the Billboard Hot 100 with a solo song in the 21st century. Her debut album Invasion of Privacy (2018) featured the number-one single "I Like It" and won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album in 2019, making her the first solo female rapper to win in that category. Known for her energetic delivery and direct lyrical style, Cardi B has achieved multiple diamond certifications from the RIAA and has performed extensively on arena tours.