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“So Gross”: Cardi B Slammed After Getting New Set Of Neck And Back Piercings
Cardi B showing new neck and back piercings above colorful floral tattoos, wearing white pants and a cropped top.

“So Gross”: Cardi B Slammed After Getting New Set Of Neck And Back Piercings

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Cardi B marked her fourth postpartum with a decision that quickly became the focus of harsh online criticism

After welcoming her new baby, the rapper visited New York City-based body piercer Robbie Milian to receive a new set of dermal piercings across her neck and lower back. Milian shared a video of the session on December 4, showing Cardi reacting in discomfort. 

Highlights
  • Cardi B received new dermal piercings weeks after giving birth, leading to harsh online criticism.
  • Viewers mocked the piercings and called them “gross."
  • The rapper is preparing for her 2026 Little Miss Drama Tour and confirmed a new album for next year.

“Fresh back dermal implants, and surface neck, nape piercing for @iamcardib, loving the vibe.”

The footage produced immediate reactions from viewers who were not impressed. 

“Nothing says uber trashy like tattoos and turning yourself into a pin cushion with piercings,” a viewer wrote, while others simply called it “gross.” 

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    “Poor child. She just doesn’t know what to do with herself. And she gets paid to be trashy, so why not,” a netizen added. 

    “Who paid money buying music to shoot this trash to fame?” another asked. “Maybe she will attract lightning with all that metal and go up in flames.”

    Cardi B posing in casual wear after getting new neck and back piercings with a man taking a photo in the background.

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    The video showed Cardi receiving two small, round diamond studs on the back of her neck, two larger studs on her lower back, and a third dermal piercing fitted with a multi-diamond accessory near her left hip.

    Comment on social media about Cardi B's new neck and back piercings after every baby, reflecting mixed reactions.

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    Tattoo artist wearing gloves piercing a woman's neck and back in a studio, highlighting new neck and back piercings.

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    At different points in the video, she could be heard shouting in pain while the piercer worked. After the session, she posed for photos showing the new jewelry positioned among her colorful back tattoos.

    Milian, who performed the piercings, has worked with several public figures in the past. His clients have included Travis Barker, Noah Cyrus, and Ayesha Curry.

    Person receiving neck piercing as part of new set of neck and back piercings with gloved hands performing the procedure.

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    The procedure added to Cardi’s long history with body piercings. 

    Earlier this year she revealed that she had pierced her b*tt crack, a process she said was painless because the top portion of her backside is numb following a surgery to remove fillers

    “I practically did a tummy tuck on my *ss,” she said on the Call Her Daddy podcast. “So when I pierce my *ss, I ain’t feel s**t.” 

    She later lost that particular diamond stud in the toilet. 

    Over the years she has also pierced her ears, lips, nose, navel, and upper lip, including a Monroe piercing she received in 2019 for twenty-five dollars.

    Cardi B welcomed her fourth child, and her first with her current boyfriend, on November 4

    Comment on Cardi B getting new neck and back piercings saying it should be comfy to sleep on.

    Cardi B receiving new neck and back piercings from a professional in a tattoo studio setting.

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    The piercing video surfaced shortly after Cardi B welcomed her fourth child, a baby boy and her first with boyfriend and NFL player Stefon Diggs. 

    “Cardi is healthy and happy,” a representative told People Magazine

    The rapper already shares daughters Blossom and Kulture, as well as son Wave with her estranged husband Offset. She filed for divorce in July 2024, four years after her first filing, although the process has not yet been completed.

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    Close-up of neck and back piercings with colorful butterfly and flower tattoos on skin beneath white tank top.

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    Cardi announced her pregnancy during an interview on CBS Mornings that aired on September 17. 

    “I’m having a baby with my boyfriend, Stefon Diggs,” she told Gayle King, adding that she felt strong enough to carry the baby and work at the same time. 

    “It’s a boy. That’s enough for me,” Diggs added. “I can’t wait to make him do push-ups and sit-ups and run around.”

    Comment expressing discomfort about neck and back pain, related to Cardi B's new neck and back piercings reaction.

    Close-up of new neck and back piercings on tattooed skin, highlighting fresh body modifications and jewelry details.

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    Cardi addressed the pregnancy again on Instagram in a post that referenced her recently released sophomore album, Am I the Drama?

    “My life has always been a combination of different chapters and different seasons,” she wrote. 

    “I brought new music and a new album to the world. A new baby into my world, and one more reason to be the best version of me.”

    The rapper is preparing for her upcoming tour, The Little Miss Drama Tour

    Woman showing new neck and back piercings with colorful tattoos, highlighting piercing trends and body art styles.

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    Cardi B has continued to share updates about her professional plans following the birth of her son. 

    Her next tour, The Little Miss Drama Tour, is scheduled to begin on February 11, 2026 at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, California.

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    The tour will travel across North America with stops that include Las Vegas (February 13), Inglewood (February 15 and 16), New York City (March 25 and 26), Toronto (March 30), and will conclude in Atlanta in mid-April 2026.

    The rapper also announced plans to release a new album in 2026. During a live chat in October, she said she wants the project to mark a new era in her career, with a sound that moves away from her recent work.

    She explained that she is in a heavy creative period as she develops the new material and confirmed she will not release a deluxe version of her current album, choosing instead to proceed directly into the next project.

    “Stop.” Netizens shared their thoughts on Cardi B’s piercings on social media

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    Social media user reacts to Cardi B's new neck and back piercings amid backlash calling them gross.

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    Tweet criticizing Cardi B's new neck and back piercings, calling the look disgusting in a social media reply.

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    Abel Musa Miño

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    Abel Musa Miño

    Writer, Entertainment News Writer

    Born in Santiago, Chile, with a background in communication and international relations, I bring a global perspective to entertainment reporting at Bored Panda. I cover celebrity news, Hollywood events, true crime, and viral stories that resonate across cultures. My reporting has been featured on Google News, connecting international audiences to the latest in entertainment. For me, journalism is about bridging local stories with global conversations, arming readers with the knowledge necessary to make up their own minds. Research is at the core of my work. I believe that well-sourced, factual storytelling is essential to building trust and driving meaningful engagement.

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
    Community Member
    28 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have no real personal opinions on her, and I don't think piercings or tattoos are inherently trashy, but those are NOT going to be fun if she's a back sleeper XD I'm a side-sleeper and I can't sleep if I have even the tiniest stud earrings in - it hurts! Maybe it's different with permanent(?) piercings like this (I say "permanent" because I can't really see the posts/ends of the studs, so I'm not sure how she could remove these casually.) Even with other types of permanent piercings, there's still an anchor of some type under the skin, so I can't imagine these feel comfortable to lay on! XD

    Ellinor she/they/elle
    Community Member
    44 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh no !!! A grown woman makes a personal decision for herself that doesn't impact anyone else !!! But what will the police do ???!!! 😱😱😱

    Nova Rook
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Neat. Loved her WAP song, and it's like the only rap song I've liked since Kanye West (yeah, the neo n**i) did Gold digger. Not my genre but a wild and fun song.

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
    Community Member
    28 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have no real personal opinions on her, and I don't think piercings or tattoos are inherently trashy, but those are NOT going to be fun if she's a back sleeper XD I'm a side-sleeper and I can't sleep if I have even the tiniest stud earrings in - it hurts! Maybe it's different with permanent(?) piercings like this (I say "permanent" because I can't really see the posts/ends of the studs, so I'm not sure how she could remove these casually.) Even with other types of permanent piercings, there's still an anchor of some type under the skin, so I can't imagine these feel comfortable to lay on! XD

    Ellinor she/they/elle
    Community Member
    44 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh no !!! A grown woman makes a personal decision for herself that doesn't impact anyone else !!! But what will the police do ???!!! 😱😱😱

    Nova Rook
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Neat. Loved her WAP song, and it's like the only rap song I've liked since Kanye West (yeah, the neo n**i) did Gold digger. Not my genre but a wild and fun song.

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