Everyone loves a redemption story—but Offset’s confession about his marriage to Cardi B is hitting nerves for more reasons than one. The rapper, known for his energetic stage presence and chart-topping hits, just opened up about his personal missteps, and the honesty is both refreshing and raw.
During a candid discussion on Keke Palmer’s Baby, This Is Keke Palmer podcast (Oct. 7), Offset didn’t shy away from admitting that he failed to truly respect Cardi B the way she deserved. “I made bad decisions as a man,” he said, reflecting on the choices that strained their marriage. “I wasn’t perfect. I did a lot of wrong, and it was always right there on public display—it made it hard to move past.”
He went deeper, acknowledging what many suspected but few men in the industry admit so openly: “I should have respected her way more. I made bad decisions, and I have to own that. When Cardi left, I had to take that on the chin. I was being selfish—and as a grown man, I can say that now.” That’s a line that might stir debate: can self-awareness truly make up for betrayal once the damage is done?
Offset also touched on the relentless spotlight that magnified every crack in their relationship. He revealed that the overwhelming pressure from social media sometimes pushed him to act out. “I wish people weren’t so invested in our personal lives,” he admitted. “Sometimes it felt like being bullied—all the talk, all the judgment—it gets to you.”
The couple’s love story began in 2017, filled with high-profile collaborations, luxury, and controversy. They secretly tied the knot that same year, though the fairytale was often shadowed by rumors and public drama. Cardi filed for divorce twice—first in September 2020, and again in August 2024—and this time, it seems final. Despite their breakup, they share three children, and their divorce proceedings have yet to be finalized.
Cardi, meanwhile, has been moving forward in her own high-profile chapter. She’s currently expecting a child with NFL star Stefon Diggs, adding yet another layer of public intrigue to a relationship timeline that fans have followed closely for years.
Offset’s willingness to come clean about his behavior shows growth—but not everyone is convinced that public remorse can reverse private pain. Is accountability enough to heal what fame and ego broke? Or is it just a PR-friendly apology tour?
The conversation about his marriage begins around the 33-minute mark of the podcast—definitely worth a listen for anyone curious about the human side behind the headlines.
So what do you think—should Offset’s public honesty earn him forgiveness, or are some mistakes too big for redemption? Drop your thoughts in the comments—this is one story that’s bound to divide opinions.
