In a world where celebrity scandals often dominate headlines, an old story about Cardi B’s kindness has resurfaced, reminding fans that compassion can be just as powerful as fame.
During an episode of Jay Shetty’s podcast, a story was shared from 2018 about how the Grammy-winning rapper quietly helped a single mother working at a hotel where Cardi was staying.
The woman, unable to find childcare, had brought her young daughter to work, hiding her behind the front desk while she attended guests.
When Cardi noticed the child, the mother braced herself for a complaint. Instead, the rapper smiled and told her she used to do the same thing as a kid when her own mother worked.
Later, before checking out, Cardi returned with a bag full of coloring books, crayons, snacks, and toys for the little girl, and left a generous tip that more than covered the woman’s stress and fear.
“Cardi B spoke life into me as a woman and mother that day,” the woman later shared. “Her empathy made me feel seen and appreciated.”
Single Mother recalls how Cardi B saved her job in 2018 and showed her massive kindness.
— Red Media (@RedMedia_us) October 6, 2025
"I'm a single mom, and I'll never forget when I met Cardi B back in 2018 while working at the hotel where she was staying. I didn't have anyone to watch my toddler that day, so I brought… pic.twitter.com/xxZiilvgWq
Known for her bold personality and unfiltered honesty, Cardi B’s gesture revealed a softer, deeply human side, a reflection of her Bronx roots and her understanding of struggle.
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