"Cardi B has become one of hip-hop's most recognizable and influential figures, known for her sharp lyrical style, unapologetic personality, and chart-topping hits like Bodak Yellow and I Like It, which solidified her place in modern rap culture. Beyond her musical success, she has recently faced challenges offstage, most notably a high-profile civil lawsuit in California where a former security guard alleged assault during a 2018 incident while Cardi was pregnant. In September 2025, a jury cleared her of all liability after brief deliberation. Her career continues to be shaped by both artistic triumphs and legal battles."
"Using the intel provided by survey yougov.com, 24/7 Wall St. has created a list of the 11 most popular rap & hip-hop artists according to baby boomers: ranked from decently popular to ultra-popular. Continue reading to discover if your favorite made the list! Why It Matters Investors can glean several insights from understanding baby boomers' favorite rap and hip-hop artists. Understanding cultural trends and consumer behavior allows investors to identify market opportunities. From staging events to investing in memorabilia, understanding the rap & hip-hop artists boomers embrace can be very helpful for tapping into the discretionary income boomers have and are willing to spend."
"11. Vanilla Ice Ice Ice Latte Robert Van Winkle, aka Vanilla Ice, gained fame with his hit "Ice Ice Baby," which became the first hip-hop single to top the Billboard charts. His music blended rap with pop hooks and appealed to a broad audience, including many baby boomers who were exploring hip-hop's growing influence on mainstream music. Despite initial commercial success, Vanilla Ice faced criticism for alleged cultural appropriation and later struggled to maintain his popularity."
Cardi B rose to prominence through sharp lyrics, an unapologetic persona, and chart-topping singles such as Bodak Yellow and I Like It that cemented her status in modern rap. She faced a civil lawsuit alleging a 2018 assault while she was pregnant, and a jury cleared her of all liability in September 2025 after brief deliberation. 24/7 Wall St. used YouGov survey data to rank the 11 most popular rap and hip-hop artists among baby boomers, ordering them from decently popular to ultra-popular. The list was updated on September 10, 2025 to reflect recent legal developments and song clarifications. Investors can use boomer preferences to identify cultural trends and market opportunities, including events and memorabilia tied to favored artists.
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