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WAP (song)

"WAP" is a 2020 hip-hop song by American rapper Cardi B featuring Megan Thee Stallion.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

"WAP" is a 2020 hip-hop song by American rapper Cardi B featuring Megan Thee Stallion. Released by Atlantic Records, it became a major commercial success and sparked widespread discussion for its explicit sexual lyrics and music video.

Background and release

"WAP" was released on August 7, 2020, through Atlantic Records as a collaboration between Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion. It was initially planned as the lead single for Cardi B's second studio album and later appeared on Am I the Drama? (2025).

Composition

The song is described as hip hop, trap, and dirty rap, built around heavy bass and drum beats. It includes a sample of Frank Ski's 1993 song "Whores in This House".

Reception and chart performance

The song's sexually explicit lyrics helped drive its popularity, and it reached number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. It also became the first female rap collaboration to debut at the top of that chart.

Cultural impact

"WAP" generated extensive discussion about sexual expression, censorship, and female rap collaboration. Its music video featured notable guest appearances and contributed to the song's broad media visibility.

Key facts

  • "WAP" is an acronym for "Wet-Ass Pussy".
  • The song debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and was the first female rap collaboration to do so.
  • It set a record for the largest opening streaming week for a song in U.S. history at the time of its release.
  • The song samples Frank Ski's 1993 track "Whores in This House".
  • Its explicit lyrics and music video drew significant media attention and controversy.
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Canadian context

"WAP" also reached number one in Canada, making it notable for Canadian chart performance and radio/media discussion in Canada.[10]

Frequently asked questions

What does "WAP" stand for?
It stands for "Wet-Ass Pussy".
Who performs "WAP"?
The song is performed by Cardi B featuring Megan Thee Stallion.
When was "WAP" released?
It was released on August 7, 2020.
What song does "WAP" sample?
It samples Frank Ski's 1993 track "Whores in This House".
How did "WAP" perform commercially?
It debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and broke streaming records at release.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WAP_(song)
    Supports: Release date, artists, title meaning, genre, sample, chart performance, certification, album placement.
  2. Billboard — https://www.billboard.com/music/lyrics/cardi-b-wap-lyrics-megan-thee-stallion-9456405/
    Supports: Chart success, cultural reaction, sample, music video visibility.
  3. Wikipedia (Dutch) — https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/WAP_(Cardi_B)
    Supports: Release details, composition, lyrics theme, chart performance in Canada.
  4. YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsm4poTWjMs
    Supports: Official music video existence and performers.
  5. Apple Music — https://music.apple.com/au/song/wap-feat-megan-thee-stallion/1628261546
    Supports: Track listing, explicit label, release date metadata.