It appears that Cardi B and Joe Budden may have reached a truce in their previously contentious relationship. During the latest episode of the Joe Budden Podcast, Joe formally apologized to Cardi B for his past criticisms of her.

On July 18, Cardi B responded during an X Spaces session, addressing Joe’s disappointment over delays with her sophomore album and accusing him of frequently speaking negatively about her. Despite Joe denying Cardi’s allegations, he chose to apologize for any hurt feelings he may have caused her, expressing his enduring admiration for her.

“Cardi is on my list of people I’m going to love no matter what,” Joe stated. “If I’ve ever made a joke that’s offended Cardi B, I’m sorry.”

Cardi responded with a characteristic blend of sass and sincerity, acknowledging Joe’s sentiments while reminding him of moments where she felt his commentary veered into unfair criticism, particularly during personal challenges such as her marriage issues in December.

“I got love for you too, Joe,” Cardi wrote. “But you been changing your tone on me real heavy the last 3 years, whether music or personal.”

Despite their differences, Cardi emphasized that criticism is part of the industry but expressed disappointment with what she perceives as toxic narratives sometimes perpetuated by media figures.

“It’s all love tho see you soon,” Cardi concluded, indicating a willingness to move forward positively despite past tensions.