So here we go again: Nicki Minaj and Cardi B reigniting their never-ending feud on Twitter, and this time it’s messier than usual. Cardi fired off a heated tweet defending her pregnancy, accusing critics of fertility struggles, while Nicki’s fans dug up an old 2015 tweet from Cardi herself. In it, Cardi openly admired Nicki, calling her an idol and saying she wanted to be a rapper like her one day. Nicki reposted it with the shady caption, “Ain’t this u?????” — basically implying Cardi’s “hate” today is built on failed admiration.
The thing is, that’s actually very human. Many of us have admired someone deeply, only to later feel the complete opposite once we’ve seen their real character up close. It doesn’t always mean jealousy. Think of it like idolizing a boss or celebrity from afar, only to discover toxic behavior behind the scenes. Admiration often fades into disillusionment when reality sets in. That’s growth, not envy.
What feels strange here is Nicki’s choice to weaponize that old admiration. Instead of measuring herself against the giants she came up with — artists like Drake, Rihanna, or even Lil Wayne — she spends energy dunking on Cardi, who once looked up to her. That’s not a power move; it’s a sign of insecurity. Cardi’s tweet from a decade ago doesn’t negate her right to call things out now. People evolve, perspectives shift, and sometimes former idols fall from grace.
At the end of the day, this back-and-forth makes Nicki look like she’s punching down just to score points. And while the internet eats it up, it’s also a reminder: the people you admire today might not hold the same place in your heart tomorrow. That’s not hate — it’s awareness.