Cardi B’s “AH HA” Reaches No. 1 on Both US Rhythmic and Urban Radio

Cardi B's single "AH HA," released in July 2026, rose to No. 1 on both US Rhythmic and Urban radio in the same week, according to updated Mediabase tallies published late September. The song's climb to the top on two separate radio panels signals broad airplay across formats that target rhythmic pop and core urban audiences.

How the single performed before radio's double crown When "AH HA" entered the commercial cycle it made an early impact on the Billboard Hot 100, debuting at No. 25. That appearance marked Cardi's 38th top 40 entry and her 66th overall entry on the Hot 100. Those numbers frame the single's radio success as part of a sustained chart presence for the artist.

The single's run included a high-energy music video shot with a Brooklyn setting. The visual rollout attracted discussion in the media, contributing to the song's visibility alongside radio support. "AH HA" followed Cardi's recent release "Am I The Drama?" and represents her first solo single after that prior campaign.

Topping both Rhythmic and Urban radio reflects simultaneous traction across two playlists that have different but overlapping audiences. Rhythmic panels often feed crossover pop-leaning formats, while Urban panels track core R&B and hip-hop airplay. Securing No. 1 on both suggests the track found placement with mainstream rhythmic programmers and with stations that prioritize urban formats.

Industry tallies place "AH HA" at radio's peak in late September 2026, and coverage notes that the song, called a hard-hitting anthem and a fan favorite, kept momentum into the fall after being positioned as a summer track. The combined radio and video attention has extended the single's lifecycle beyond its July release.

Look for whether "AH HA" sustains airplay at the top positions on both panels in the coming weeks, whether it regains or climbs further on the Hot 100, and whether promotional activity tied to a 2027 album mention helps maintain streaming and radio interest. The single's crossover radio performance suggests it can serve as a bridge between core hip-hop audiences and broader rhythmic/pop listeners.

Mediabase's updated tallies confirm that "AH HA" reached No. 1 on both Rhythmic and Urban radio simultaneously, reinforcing the song's commercial momentum following a strong Billboard debut and a talked-about video. The result adds to Cardi B's ongoing commercial presence through 2026 and extends the single's run into the fall.