Cardi B is back with a fiery new solo track titled “Outside,” which has ignited waves of speculation online. Making its debut during the Cannes Lions Festival, the single is being widely interpreted by fans as a lyrical takedown of her ex-husband, rapper Offset, while also hinting at a possible new romance with NFL standout Stefon Diggs.

The release marks Cardi’s first solo project in over 15 months, and it’s already being hailed as a bold declaration of independence and emotional transformation. Cardi and Offset—one-third of the rap trio Migos—first got together in 2017 and shared a tumultuous relationship riddled with public breakups and reconciliations. However, in mid-2024, Cardi officially filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences.

Cardi B Hints of New Love and Self-Empowerment

One particularly striking lyric in “Outside” has grabbed the internet’s attention:

“Do you how you do me, bet you we won’t speak again Favorite player from your favorite team, he in my DM.”

Many fans believe the “favorite player” is a not-so-subtle nod to Stefon Diggs, the NFL wide receiver currently signed with the New England Patriots. Cardi even adds more intrigue with another line:

“Heard them Patriots got them [explicit], let me in the locker room.”

Listeners have praised the track for its unapologetic energy and confident delivery. With themes of resilience, renewal, and cutting off toxicity, “Outside” feels like a personal statement from Cardi—an anthem for anyone stepping away from heartbreak and stepping into their power.

Though Cardi B and Diggs haven’t confirmed any romance publicly, the lyrics and timing of the release have only added fuel to the rumor mill. As fans decode every line, “Outside” seems poised to become more than a breakup anthem—it’s a cultural moment.