“Cardi B dancing to Moliy is the crossover we didn’t know we needed,” one fan tweeted. Another wrote, “Afrobeats, Afrofusion, the women are taking over—and it’s beautiful to watch!”
Grammy-winning rapper Cardi B has once again shown love to African music, this time grooving to Ghanaian-American artist Moliy’s vibrant hit, “Shake It to the Max.” A video of Cardi B dancing energetically to the Afro-fusion banger has taken social media by storm, sparking excitement among fans and industry watchers alike.
In the viral clip, Cardi B is seen vibing effortlessly to the infectious rhythm of the song, her signature moves and charismatic energy matching the beat of Moliy’s empowering anthem. The video, reportedly filmed backstage during a private event in Los Angeles, has since garnered thousands of shares across TikTok, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).
Moliy, who rose to prominence after her standout feature on Amaarae’s “Sad Girlz Luv Money,” continues to break global boundaries with her genre-blending sound. Fans have hailed the moment as a major co-sign, with many praising Cardi B for embracing and promoting African artists on a global stage.
Moliy herself reacted to the video on her socials, reposting it with the caption: “This just made my entire year. Love to Cardi for the support! Let’s shake it to the max, globally!”
The unexpected shoutout marks yet another milestone in Moliy’s rising career and further cements the global reach of African music. With more international stars embracing Afro sounds, collaborations and viral moments like these are turning the global spotlight to Ghana’s thriving music scene.
