"It sounds so basic": Internet disappointed as Cardi B previews new song while hosting WWE Super Slam

Cardi B is no stranger to big stages and bold statements, but her latest attempt to hype up her music has left fans more confused than excited. While co-hosting WWE’s SummerSlam, the rapper took a moment to preview a snippet of her upcoming track, and let’s just say, the internet wasn’t feeling it.

The WWE event was packed with energy, but Cardi’s music tease didn’t quite hit the mark. With flashing lights, a roaring crowd, and all eyes on her, it seemed like the perfect moment to drop a surprise. Instead, what fans heard felt flat and social media made sure to let her know.

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Cardi B WWE SummerSlam song preview goes viral for all the wrong reasons

During the event, Cardi took center stage and confidently played a short clip of her new single. The beat dropped, the vibe kicked in… but almost instantly, X (formerly Twitter) lit up with disappointment.

What was meant to be a power move quickly turned into a trending topic for the wrong reasons. The general consensus? The song felt outdated, lacking freshness, edge, or any sense of growth.

One user bluntly said:

“It sounds so basic and 2022.”

Another chimed in with a cold dose of reality:

“This isn’t 2018 anymore.”

Fans who had been waiting for something bold and evolved from Cardi were met with what many felt was a recycled sound. The criticism wasn’t about her performance at SummerSlam, which had its usual Cardi flair, but about how out-of-touch the music felt.

A fan expressed the general frustration:

“She def hasn’t evolved at all.”

Some were even more direct about not wanting the track at all.

“WE DONT WANT IT,” one user wrote, echoing the sentiment of many others.

Another added a dose of humor to the criticism:

“It's just not giving 😭”

The harshest reactions focused on the dated nature of the song. A listener joked:

“Sounds so outdated lmao!”

It’s clear fans were expecting more from an artist of Cardi B’s level, especially after such a long break between solo releases. With newer artists constantly redefining the genre and pushing sonic boundaries, a safe or “basic” sound just doesn’t cut it anymore. To be fair, Cardi B hasn’t officially released the track yet, and it’s possible this was just an early version. But when you preview something during a massive event like SummerSlam, expectations are naturally sky-high.

Cardi B’s SummerSlam appearance was meant to be a power play, blending wrestling hype with musical promo. But if social media is any indication, the rollout backfired. Fans aren’t holding back, and their message is loud and clear: they want something new, something now, and something that reflects the growth of an artist who once dominated the charts.

It’s a reminder that in today’s music landscape, star power alone isn’t enough. The sound has to match the moment, and for many fans, this one missed the beat.