Cardi B Protests Disruptive Concertgoer Action in Las Vegas Performance

Rapper Cardi B recently found herself getting the brunt of a drink thrown by a concertgoer at Drai's Beach Club in Las Vegas. A video of the event, which took place while the artist performed her smash song "Bodak Yellow," rapidly went viral on social media.

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Cardi B appears outraged in the video after being sprayed with liquid from the tossed cup. She promptly replied by throwing her microphone into the audience, which caused security personnel to rush to the platform.

Although the obtrusive event didn't stop the rapper from performing the rest of her set, it does highlight a troubling tendency of spectators to hit performers with objects while they are on stage. Cardi B's response brings her to the growing number of musicians who have condemned such conduct.

Notably, a TikTok video from Cardi B's performance the night before at Drai's Nightclub showed her slamming her microphone against a DJ who appeared to have cut off her song too soon. This shows that the artist's frustration with the disrespectful behavior of some audience members is growing.

The incident in Las Vegas is reminiscent of previous incidents that have occurred at other concerts, when performers including Drake, Kelsea Ballerini, Harry Styles, and Bebe Rexha have also been hit with objects while performing. These aggressive actions have even caused injury to certain artists.

Since both R&B artist Monica and country star Miranda Lambert have lately intervened during disruptive incidents at their gigs, this problem is not unique to one genre or style of music. Particularly Monica received praise for her actions after the video of her stepping in went viral.

Artists are increasingly speaking out against audience disturbance incidents at concerts and seeking changes in concert culture to make the event safer and more enjoyable for all parties involved.

With regard to the event in Las Vegas, media outlets have contacted Cardi B's agent for comment. As awareness of this issue spreads, it is hoped that concertgoers and performers will work together to foster a more civil and secure atmosphere at live performances.

A concertgoer threw a drink at Cardi B while she was performing on stage. Video captured her response https://t.co/FNLQTpQkIG pic.twitter.com/GBFoaNoqoB

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