Latto is finally setting the record straight about one of the most talked-about rap controversies of the year.
After fans spent weeks speculating that her song “Gimme Dat” contained direct shots at Cardi B, the Atlanta rapper has now confirmed that Cardi was indeed the inspiration behind some of the lyrics. However, according to Latto, that doesn’t necessarily make the track a diss record.
Speaking during a recent appearance on The Breakfast Club, Latto addressed the situation head-on and explained why she felt compelled to put her feelings into the music.
😬 “I Was 𝒄𝒂𝓊𝓰𝒉𝓉 Off Guard”
According to Latto, the tension began after Cardi’s infamous 𝓵𝓮𝓪𝓴𝓮𝓭 rant aimed at Ice Spice, where Cardi referred to Latto as a “p***y ass” rapper.
The comment reportedly hit harder than fans realized because Latto says she had recently gone out of her way to support Cardi’s music.
The rapper revealed that she rushed to complete her verse for Cardi’s “ErrTime” remix so it could help contribute to first-week album numbers.
That’s why she was 𝓈𝒽𝑜𝒸𝓀𝑒𝒹 when she later found herself unexpectedly mentioned during the 𝓵𝓮𝓪𝓴𝓮𝓭 controversy.
“I thought we were cool,” Latto essentially explained, noting that she considered Cardi more of a peer and friend than a rival.
🎤 The Lyrics That Started It All
Fans immediately connected the dots when Latto released “Gimme Dat” and delivered bars that appeared to reference the 𝒹𝓇𝒶𝓂𝒶:
“Bitch said what? Let’s clock it / Really got a Hermes store in my closet / Talkin’ ’bout buyin’ Big Mama a bag like my n**** ain’t already bought it.”
Many listeners interpreted the lyrics as a direct response to Cardi.
Latto now says those assumptions aren’t entirely wrong—but she insists the song wasn’t designed as an all-out attack.
Instead, she describes it as her documenting what was happening in her life at the time.
🤰 Pregnancy Emotions Played a Role
Latto also revealed that she was pregnant when she wrote the song.
She admitted that the situation bothered her and that heightened emotions during pregnancy influenced how she processed everything.
Rather than confronting Cardi publicly, she chose to channel those feelings into her music.
According to Latto, that’s why the record feels personal, even if she doesn’t consider it a traditional diss track.
👀 Cardi’s Apology Wasn’t Enough
While Cardi publicly apologized shortly after the 𝓵𝓮𝓪𝓴𝓮𝓭 phone call surfaced, Latto says she wasn’t completely satisfied with how everything was handled.
The rapper pointed out that she and Cardi have each other’s phone numbers and have communicated privately before.
Because of that, she felt the issue could have been addressed directly instead of playing out on social media.
Even so, Latto made it clear that she isn’t looking for a war.
🤝 Is Reconciliation Possible?
Perhaps the biggest surprise from the interview was Latto’s willingness to move forward.
Despite admitting that the situation left a bad taste in her mouth, she said she’s open to having a conversation and potentially clearing the air with Cardi.
The comments quickly gained attention online, and Cardi appeared to respond by posting another apology and explanation on social media.
For now, however, it sounds like Latto would rather settle things through a private conversation than continue trading public statements.
🔥 Fans React
The interview immediately reignited debate across hip-hop social media.
Some fans believe Latto handled the situation maturely by expressing her feelings through music while leaving the door open for reconciliation.
Others argue that once lyrics make it onto a commercial release, it’s impossible to claim they aren’t diss records.
Regardless of where fans stand, one thing is clear:
The tension between Cardi B and Latto may not be completely resolved yet—but it doesn’t look like either rapper is eager to turn this into the next major female rap feud.
And in today’s hip-hop landscape, that’s probably good news for everyone involved.
