Cardi B Keeps It Real in a Funny Zevia Commercial, Calls Your Shirt Ugly
August 2, 2026
Cardi B is bringing her unfiltered personality to Zevia’s latest campaign, and it’s as hilarious as you’d expect.
The Bronx-born rapper plays the “Real Talk Interpreter,” decoding what people are actually thinking during everyday conversations. The concept aligns perfectly with Zevia’s zero sugar approach, removing the sweetness and keeping things real.
In one commercial, two women exchange what they’re really thinking. “Annie, you’re looking…comfortable,” Cardi quickly translates the backhanded compliment.
“She said your shirt is ugly.”
The shade doesn’t stop there. After being offered a plate of food, the other woman politely responds, “I couldn’t, I had a really big breakfast.”
Cardi immediately cuts through the small talk.
“What she really meant to say was, ‘Your kitchen is dirty.”
The banter between the two women, paired with Cardi’s perfectly timed interruptions, makes for a funny moment that feels tailor-made for the Bodak Yellow rapper’s personality.
The second commercial follows the same formula, with Cardi translating what’s really being said between the two people during an otherwise ordinary conversation.
Speaking on partnering with the zero sugar brand, Cardi said the collaboration was a natural fit.
“Let me tell you something, I’m always going to say exactly what’s on my mind, and that’s why Zevia and I are perfect for one another,” Cardi said in a release. “Zevia keeps it real with the ingredients, and I’ve never been one to bite my tongue. With ‘Real Talk Interpreter,’ we’re bringing that same energy to everyday moments and saying what everyone is really thinking.”
If there’s one person fit for the role, Bardi was the obvious choice.
Danielle Brooks
I am a staff writer at New York Beacon, where I focus on culture, entrepreneurship, and the emerging voices redefining Black America. My work highlights innovators, artists, and founders whose stories often unfold beyond mainstream headlines but shape communities in meaningful ways. Through precise reporting and thoughtful storytelling, I aim to document progress, challenge narratives, and contribute to a stronger Black press tradition.
