Cardi B Signs With Warner Chappell Music
• Warner Chappell Music has entered into a worldwide co-publishing agreement with Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum global superstar Cardi B. The deal covers future works as well as recent releases, including “Rumors,” her current smash collaboration with Warner Chappell songwriter and fellow Atlantic recording artist Lizzo, which became Cardi’s 7th No. 1 single on Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Cardi was the first woman to have five simultaneous Top 10 hits on the R&B/Hip-Hop chart in a single week as well as the first female rapper with five No. 1’s on the Billboard Hot 100.
Ryan Press, Warner Chappell Music President of A&R, U.S., said, “Cardi is a defining artist of our culture — a master lyricist and show-stopping performer who’s already racked up a deep collection of hits after just six years in the game. Her distinctive voice, fearless authenticity, and unmistakable style have elevated her into a world of her own. All of us at Warner Chappell couldn’t be more excited to join forces with her as she continues her incredible creative evolution.”
In a joint statement, Guy Moot, WCM Co-Chair & CEO and Carianne Marshall, Co-Chair & COO, noted, “Cardi is a one-of-a-kind artist who continues to be at the top of her game, creating records that dominate the charts time after time. Her music truly speaks for itself, and we’re incredibly honored to be in business with this modern-day icon.”
On signing with Warner Chappell, Cardi B stated, “I’ve always admired how Guy, Carianne, Ryan Press, and the Warner Chappell team support their songwriters and artists and I look forward to a thriving and successful partnership with them.” Pictured, (l-r): Guy Moot, Cardi B and Ryan Press [Photo credit: Flo Ngala]
