Cardi B has kicked off the new year with a bang by dropping her latest track: “Like What (Freestyle)”.

The song is a fiery rap that showcases Cardi B’s lyrical skills and attitude, as well as paying homage to one of her influences, Missy Elliott.

The song samples the iconic beat and chorus from Missy Elliott’s “She’s a Bitch”, a hard-hitting anthem from her 1999 album Da Real World.

The sample adds a layer of nostalgia and respect to Cardi B’s freestyle, as she acknowledges Missy Elliott as a trailblazer and a legend in the hip-hop scene.

The song also comes with a stunning music video, which was directed by none other than Cardi B’s husband, Offset.

The video features Cardi B in various outfits and settings, from a futuristic neon-lit tunnel to a lavish mansion.

The video also includes some nods to Missy Elliott’s original video, such as the black leather costumes and the choreographed dancers.

The video showcases Cardi B’s charisma and confidence, as well as her chemistry with Offset, who makes a cameo appearance.

“Like What (Freestyle)” is Cardi B’s first solo release of the year, but she has been busy in the music industry for the past year.

In 2023, she collaborated with several artists, such as Megan Thee Stallion, FendiDaRappa, and Latto, on various songs and remixes.

Some of her notable releases include “Bongos”, a viral hit with Megan Thee Stallion that featured a catchy hook and a provocative video, “Point Me 2”

A remix of FendiDaRappa’s song that added Cardi B’s signature flair and humor, and “Put It on da Floor Again”, a remix of Latto’s song that showcased Cardi B’s versatility and flow.

She also teamed up with Offset on two songs, “Jealousy” and “Freaky”, which displayed their love and passion for each other.

Cardi B’s fans are eagerly awaiting her next studio album, which will be the follow-up to her critically acclaimed and commercially successful debut album, Invasion of Privacy.

The album, which was released in 2018, featured hits such as “Bodak Yellow”, “I Like It”, and “Be Careful”.

The album also earned Cardi B several accolades, such as a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album, and a spot on the list of “The 200 Best Albums of the 2010s” by Pitchfork.

Cardi B has not revealed much about her upcoming album, but she has hinted that it will be different from her debut and that it will reflect her growth and maturity as an artist and a person.