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Nicki Minaj & Jadakiss Surprise New Jersey Fans On “Pink Friday 2” Tour

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Any jitters Nicki Minaj might’ve been experiencing before her Pink Friday 2 Tour are long gone by now as she continues to impress us with her powerhouse stage presence. On Thursday (March 28), the mother of one made a stop in Newark, New Jersey, where she had a few surprises in store for patrons of the show. As HipHopDX reports, East Coast drill icon Fivio Foreign markedly came out to spit his bars on their 2022 collab, “We Go Up,” which had the crowd going crazy.

Elsewhere, Minaj shared the stage with Jadakiss, someone who the Trinidadian credits with being an inspiration to her. Footage from the 48-year-old’s stint shows a relatively calm crowd watching him. As some social media users are pointing out, this could be because the “Anaconda” artist draws in a younger crowd of listeners than the oldheads who typically bump Jada and others of his time. Nevertheless, Minaj was grateful to the former Bad Boy artist for coming out to support her.

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“The one and only @jadakiss graced #GagCity with his presence tonight,” the femcee wrote on her IG Story. “I couldn’t feel more honoured. One of my faves of ALL time. Y’all know that’s the truth. Kiss, thank you 🙏🏽🎀,” Minaj added. On Friday (March 29), Papa Bear’s mom took over Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, and tonight (March 30) she’s got a performance lined up at Madison Square Garden. In April, you can catch her in Washington DC, Baltimore, Brooklyn, Connecticut, and at J. Cole’s Dreamville Festival in North Carolina.

Nicki Minaj has been pouring all her time and energy into the Pink Friday 2 Tour this month, but somehow, the Queen of Rap has also had time to dabble in the beauty and fashion industries too. Her recently launched press-on nail line got all the love from Beyonce this week, and ahead of the weekend, Minaj confirmed she has her first-ever signature shoe dropping soon. Read all about that at the link below, and check back in with HNHH later for more music/pop culture news updates.

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Nicki Minaj Excitedly Announced Her Debut Sneaker Line, Which Features 11 Designs

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Nicki Minaj has long been a pioneer in the realm of hip-hop brand sponsorships and launching business endeavors outside of music. It looks like the latest market she wants to dominate is the shoe game. On Instagram, she announced the impending launch of her own sneaker line, which won’t just be one or two pairs but an entire range of designs — 11, to be exact — to be released on April 12.

“4/12 = 11 new pairs of my OWN sneaker,” she wrote. “11 completely different designs for you to choose from. An absolute dream come true. I can’t WAIT for you guys to see my 1st collection!!! … Thank you to my team for helping me make this dream come to fruition. This isn’t a sponsorship. I’m an owner & partner & we will be showing you the first complete collection on 4/12.”

Rappers launching their own shoe lines isn’t a new concept; after all, in the 2000s, both Jay-Z’s Roc-A-Fella Records and 50 Cent’s G-Unit had their own shoes. More recently, rappers have been mostly likely to collaborate with existing conglomerates — see: Drake, Doja Cat, Kanye West, Megan Thee Stallion, and Travis Scott.

However, more recently, it looks like hip-hop has been looking to carve out its own space in the sneaker game independent of big brands like Adidas and Nike. J. Cole recently previewed his new Dreamer Indie 5000 after previously releasing two pairs of sneakers with Puma. If this is going to be the new wave, there is definitely room in the market (for now, at least) and it will be fun to see how rappers use the space to express their creativity even further while retaining ownership and possibly innovating the next wave of footwear for the streets.

While Nicki’s sneaker does indeed look more like a collab with existing apparel company Løci, it’s still a fascinating possibility to consider.

Nicki Minaj Reveals Her First-Ever Signature Shoe Collection

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There are only a handful of rappers in the industry that are pioneers and trendsetters. Without a doubt, Nicki Minaj is one of those illustrious names that is always paving the way for other female MCs. She has been dominating the charts and fans hearts for well over a decade and has no signs of slowing down. Late 2023-2024 has been an eventful time for the Trinidadian multi-talent. She dropped her highly-anticipated sequel to the original Pink Friday, Pink Friday 2 on her birthday, December 8. Nicki Minaj is on tour for it as we speak, but while she is rocking stages, she is also creating signature shoes.

Multiple reports confirmed that the iconic female figure will be teaming with a London-based luxury shoe brand Loci. They pride themselves on creating vegan and environmentally friendly sneakers. Nicki Minaj is excited for fans to lace up her signature kicks very soon. “4/12 = 11 new pairs of my OWN sneaker. 11 completely different designs for you to choose from. An absolute dream come true. I can’t WAIT for you guys to see my 1st collection!!!!”

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Nicki Minaj Collabs With Loci For Her First Signature Shoe

 
 
 
 
 
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She continues, “Link in bio to SIGN UP NOW!!!!! 🩷 Thank you to my team for helping me make this dream come to fruition. This isn’t a sponsorship. I’m an owner & partner 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽😅 & we will be showing you the first complete collection on 4/12. Love you BARBZ. THANK YOU. 🫶🏽🙏🏽🩷💕😅🎀 Nicki Minaj X LØCi @lociwear.” The video shows off one of the samples, which is bright pink, mixed with cherry red laces and soles. Minaj’s is featured on the tongues as well. If you want to sign up for alerts on the shoes themselves, you can click the link here.

What are your thoughts on Nicki Minaj creating her first signature shoe collection? Do you see these being a hit with sneaker heads, why or why not? If you are going to buy a pair, which ones are you eyeing? Does this solidify her as the queen of hip-hop? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Nicki Minaj. Finally, stay with us for the most informative song posts throughout the week.

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Nicki Minaj’s Fake Nails & Tour Earn Beyonce’s Approval, Trolls Tease Onika About Rihanna & Cardi B

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Nicki Minaj fell back, had a baby, did the mother thing, did the wife thing, all that… But now, she’s back in action like we’ve never seen her before, moving with complete confidence on her Pink Friday 2 Tour. Things began this past winter in Oakland, and since then, we’ve also seen the Queen of Rap tear up the Rolling Loud stage with her latest hits and old classics. Minaj has been working so hard that she’s even got the attention of Beyonce, who penned a sweet letter to her “Feeling Myself” collaborator praising her recent efforts.

“Onika, I just received your nail collection and I love them,” the mother of three beautifully wrote. “Thank you so much for thinking of me and congratulations on your launch and on tour. Blessings. Love, Beyonce,” her card concluded. When sharing it on her Instagram Story, Minaj was clearly proud. “Barbz, #PinkFridayNails are Queen approved. Thank you, @beyonce. Love you 💗.” As with most things Papa Bear’s mom shares online, this is under public scrutiny for several reasons.

Read More: Nicki Minaj’s “Pink Friday 2” Tour Gets Glowing Review From B.G.

Nicki Minaj Proudly Flaunts Beyonce’s Praise

 
 
 
 
 
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“Heavy on the ‘congrats on your nails and tour,’ cause y’all was trying to play with Nicki like she’s not loved and supported in real life,” one Instagram user wrote under @theneighborhoodtalk’s post. “Now y’all can put the made-up beef to rest,” another chimed in. Elsewhere, some chose to lash out at the Queen of Rap, using her moment of celebration as a time to attack. “Cardi is out with Rihanna, BYE Nick,” they said after the New Yorker and Barbadian turned up at Jason Lee’s Hollywood Bash this week.

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Ultimately, no matter how much speculating we do, no one really knows how Nicki Minaj feels about her “Fly” collaborator spending time with one of her biggest opps. What we are confident in, however, is Bey’s love for Onika, no matter what haters have to say. Read more social media reactions to the gossip below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

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Beyoncé’s Generosity Strikes Again, As Nicki Minaj Is The Latest Recipient Of A Beyoncé Bouquet

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You know you’ve arrived when a Beyoncé bouquet arrives on your doorstep. Reneé Rapp described it as an “indescribable feeling” when Beyoncé sent her flowers in February. Last July, Tori Kelly was surprised to receive flowers at her house, where she was recovering from a hospitalization due to blood clots. There is an argument to be made that a Beyoncé bouquet is more elusive and gratifying than a Grammy.

Nicki Minaj was the latest recipient of Beyoncé’s seemingly bottomless generosity. Minaj posted a photo of a card and flowers sent by Beyoncé. The card reads, “Onika, I just received your nail collection and I love them. Thank you so much for thinking of me and congratulations on your launch and tour. Blessings. Love, Beyoncé.”

Minaj wrote atop it, “Barbz, #PinkFridayNails are Queen approved. Thank you, @beyonce. Love you.” She also squeezed in an impressive flex by using her song “Feeling Myself” featuring Beyoncé as the post’s soundtrack.

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Minaj launched Pink Friday Nails earlier this month. As Barbz already know, Minaj released Pink Friday 2, the latest album in her Pink Friday canon, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 last December. The diamond-certified rapper’s subsequent Pink Friday 2 World Tour has gotten off to a rough start, with a brawl on opening night and an abrupt cancelation due to illness, so Beyoncé’s random act of kindness was well-timed.

See all of Minaj’s Pink Friday 2 World Tour dates here.

Nicki Minaj And Her Husband Kenneth Petty Were Reportedly Ordered To Pay $500,000 For An Alleged Assault Of A Security Guard

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Nicki Minaj is currently earning millions of dollars on the road as part of her Pink Friday 2 World Tour, but it looks like she’s going to have to fork some over. The “Barbie Dangerous” rapper and her husband, Kenneth Petty, have reportedly received a hefty bill from the Los Angeles courts.

According to Rolling Stone, on Friday, March 22, the couple was ordered to pay $500,000 to a former security guard who worked one of Minaj’s concerts. The former venue staffer, Thomas Weidenmuller, alleged that while on staff for Minaj’s 2019 show in Frankfurt, Germany, he was viciously assaulted by Petty.

The supposed incident, which reportedly resulted in Weidenmuller’s broken jaw, took place backstage. In the original lawsuit’s documentation, Weidenmuller alleged Petty attacked him from behind, punching him in the face as retribution for Weidenmuller coming to the defense of his female colleague. Weidenmuller also claimed Minaj attempted to attack him by throwing a shoe but ultimately missed.

Weidenmuller initially sought $721,000 in restitution ($21,000 to cover medical bills and $700,000 for his ongoing injury and emotional pain and suffering). However, the presiding judge landed on $503,318. Minaj and Petty’s non-response to Weidenmuller’s suit led to the default judgment.

The catalyst for the incident allegedly stemmed from a fan breaching the stage as Minaj performed.

Nicki Minaj and Kenneth Petty have not issued a statement regarding the matter.

Akbar V Continues To Gas Up Nicki Minaj’s “Big Foot,” Denies Having Issues With Megan Thee Stallion

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Akbar V is setting the record straight on Nicki Minaj’s “Big Foot” and Megan Thee Stallion. In the hip-hop world, drama is often around the corner. Furthermore, it’s waiting to bubble over at the slightest provocation. This is the case with Akbar V, whose recent remarks about Nicki Minaj’s “Big Foot” diss track. Her comments have sparked controversy and speculation about her relationship with Megan Thee Stallion. In a statement addressing the situation, Akbar V made it clear that her support for “Big Foot” does not equate to animosity towards Megan Thee Stallion. Denying any personal issues with the Houston rapper, Akbar emphasized that her involvement in hyping up “Big Foot” was simply a matter of entertaining her audience and responding to fan requests.

Furthermore, the issue of matter lies in Akbar V’s recent remarks recorded at a club appearance, where she exclaimed, “This big foot b–ch trynna come for the f–kin queen of rap.” While the statement may have raised eyebrows, Akbar V insists that it was all in the spirit of rap entertainment. Moreover, she calls it a playful jab rather than a declaration of war. However, Megan Thee Stallion’s hairstylist and friend took a shot and commented under the post trying to defend Megan. “”Akbar feet def doing sign language … relax girl,” he stated. Akbar V sought to clarify any misconceptions. Moreover, she stated in response to the friend and social media, “You making this something bigger than what it really is. I don’t have no problem with Meg. This is rap entertainment, that’s her and Nicki beef, but the song hard and it was requested. I was at my paid hosting. It was funny. If you know me, I talk smack ’bout myself and all, baby. I’m hood. We joan all day.”

Read More: Akbar V Claims To “Rap Circles Around” Other Artists

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Furthermore, social media wasn’t too impressed with Akbar trying to defend herself. “To hate a woman that doesn’t know you is a different kind of weak,” one person commented. “As an upcoming ‘artist’ if I’m in the club with a mic the last thing I would be doing is yelling somebody else’s lyrics to the top of my lungs,” one person commented. “I’d be tryna push my own music but maybe that’s just me.” “Here she goes…throwing rocks and hiding her hand! Smh,” another person said.

Ultimately, whether it’s hyping up a diss track or setting the record straight, Akbar V claims it was all in the name of entertainment. And while controversies may come and go, one thing remains clear. In the world of rap, anything can happen, and the drama never truly sleeps. Let us know what you think on HNHH!

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Nicki Minaj’s Barbz Finally, Inevitably Turned On Ice Spice For Allegedly Recording With Kanye West

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Before “Barbie World” became as inescapable as every other aspect of the Margot Robbie-starring film, music fans were wary of Ice Spice and Nicki Minaj’s newfound friendship. After all, Nicki and Megan Thee Stallion appeared to be fast friends during the “Hot Girl Summer” of 2019, and we all see how that ended up.

So, it comes as no surprise that Minaj’s most enthusiastic fans, the Barbz, have taken it upon themselves to call out Ice Spice for perceived disloyalty over allegedly recording a verse for Kanye West. Earlier this week, influencer YesJulz shared a screenshot of a text thread between herself and West — presumably from before she was “fired” from YZY for supposed breaches of contract — in which Julz claims she sent the beat for Kanye’s song “New Body” to both Doja Cat and Ice Spice to see “who sounds best.” Only a day later, Kanye reported via his Instagram Story that the “Munch” rapper had indeed sent verse, but lamented that “her team is saying we can’t use it.”

Members of Minaj’s fanbase — and even her entourage — sent shade at Ice Spice for even sending the verse in the first place, as Nicki had previously refused to clear her verse on the track for the first installment of Kanye’s Vultures project. The Song, which Nicki and Kanye originally recorded in 2019 for placement on his since-canceled project Yandhi, had seen multiple revisions, leaks, and other issues, which spurred Nicki to deem it “past its time” and refuse permission to use it — something West took very personally, calling her out in a listening party rant that seemingly put paid to any friendly feelings the two artists have shared. It’s also telling that he went to two ostensible Minaj proteges in Doja and Ice, perhaps hoping to get under her skin. Or, at least, that’s how many Barbz seem to perceive it, as seen in the representative examples below:

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Nicki Minaj Revealed She Canceled Her New Orleans Show Because She Is Sick With The Flu And Is Working To Reschedule The Date

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Yesterday (March 18), New Orleans Barbz were crushed after Nicki Minaj canceled a performance from her Pink Friday 2 Tour. The cancelation came seemingly without warning, just hours before Minaj was set to take the stage. Today (March 19), Minaj took to Twitter to express sadness for canceling the show.

She revealed that she had the flu, and promised fans that she is working to reschedule the show.

“Within the next few days, I hope to update our schedule with a new date that I can give you 100% of myself & nothing less,” said Minaj. “You don’t deserve to pay for a tkt to see me up there rapping with the flu. Absolutely NOT.”

You can see Minaj’s full statement below.

New Orleans,

Please accept my sincerest apologies for having to reschedule our date together.

You mean so much to me & I hate that things didn’t go as planned.

Within the next few days, I hope to update our schedule with a new date that I can give you 100% of myself & nothing less. You don’t deserve to pay for a tkt to see me up there rapping with the flu. Absolutely NOT.

Thank you for your patience. Thank you for your well wishes.
I love you. I adore you. I appreciate you. I look forward to seeing you very soon. It may have to be in MAY due to the NBA finals, but we won’t complete this tour w/o you.
As long as you’ll have me, my team & I will be there.

Wishing you guys blessings on blessings on blessings.

Love alway

Safaree Confirms Kanye West Asked Him About Threesome with Nicki Minaj

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Safaree confirmed that Kanye West had asked him about a threesome with Amber Rose and Nicki Minaj while he was in a relationship with Minaj. Hitting Akademiks’ comments, Safaree shared some laughing emojis before adding, “Yeah, that happened.”

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On “Monster” Nicki Minaj rapped: “Besides, Ye, they can’t stand besides me/I think me, you, and Am’ should ménage Friday.” And Kanye West took that literally.

During a conversation with Big Boy, Ye revealed that he inquired about the threesome but asked Safaree, who he did not know was dating Minaj.

“What’s messed up is we ain’t really know they was together,” Ye said. “We was doing ‘Dark Fantasy’ and he in the studio, I’m like ‘Yo Safaree, you think Nicki will let me and Amber hit, like she said.’ This her man.”

You can hear the story below.

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