Trinidad & Tobago

Nicki Minaj Is Living Her Best Life At Carnival

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If there is one thing Nicki Minaj will do, it’s show out at Carnival. The Rap icon has been teasing new music for some time, often mysteriously popping up in comment sections to answer fans. She has claimed that her next album will arrive soon, but it has been years since we’ve received a full project. Although her Barbz often harasses her about new releases, they also know that Minaj is enjoying time with her family and loved ones. The mom and wife regularly shows off her family, and she was spotted enjoying all the festivities that come with Carnival.

She may have been bred in Queens, New York, but Minaj’s upbringing in Trinidad and Tobago is where her roots were formed. The Caribbean star is also known for shouting out her home turf and the culture within. Recently, a video of Minaj at the airport surfaced, and she added a message of her own to Instagram. “They said the Queen of rap just touch down in she home country,” she wrote. “Allyuh hear dah or wah,?”

Nicki Minaj Surprised Fans With “Shake The Place (Remix)”
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – OCTOBER 29: Nicki Minaj attends Power 105.1 Powerhouse 2022 at Prudential Center on October 29, 2022 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

Her Carnival celebrations are not only felt in Trinidad but in music, as well. Yesterday (February 19), Minaj also surprised her fans by releasing “Shake The Place (Remix)” with Machel Montano and Destra. She further teased the visual to the track on her Instagram page, which showed a visual filled with all the sights that Carnival brings. Fans were excited to see Minaj back in action.

“If you f*ck with island girls, rep your flag for me in the comments,” Minaj additionally wrote in the caption. Her fans were quick to react and followed instructions. “Trinidad Carnival is about to #ShakeThePlace shake up di whole place. It’s an honor @machelmontano @destragarcia. We’ll talk soon, barbz. Promise. Love you.”

Fans Await News About Nicki Minaj’s Next Album

Additionally, last November, Minaj was featured in i-D magazine and offered a brief update about her forthcoming project. “The fifth album,” the femcee said. “I’m not gonna say when it’s gonna come out, but the album will be out soon.” For her supporters, this has been a long “soon,” but Minaj wants to piece together the best body of work for fans. Check out her most recent Instagram post above.

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Damson Idris Turns Up In Trinidad & Tobago Amid Carnival Celebrations

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For Trinidadians, the most wonderful time of the year is officially upon us – Carnival. 2023 marks the first year that the festival has been able to return to its full decadence, and needless to say the world is excited. Many locals will be stepping out for the ongoing island festivities, but from what we’ve heard so far, several celebrities are attending as well.

Unsurprisingly, Nicki Minaj announced via Instagram on Sunday (February 19) that she’s touched down in her hometown. This marks the Queen of rap’s first time attending since 2020, which is also the last time she graced the stage. While many are excitedly gearing up for her forthcoming performance, others are gushing over the fact that Damson Idris is also in Trinidad for Carnival this week.

Damson Has Big Love for Trinidad

After spending some time in T&T for Carnival, the Snowfall actor didn’t take long to fall in love with the country. “Absolutely love it here,” he told viewers watching his Instagram Story recently. “I need a Trini real talk, bought to buy a crib here,” he went on, specifically praising their food and drinks.

“Even the air taste good,” Idris joked, pretending to inhale the atmosphere while wandering around a lush green garden. “The only thing is… the mosquitos. They treat me like I’m Popeyes,” he said, revealing his singular criticism of Trinidad. “Apart from that, perfect vibes.” Elsewhere on social media, the English star previewed some of the live music he’s been lucky enough to see.

Now, Damson… Don’t Forget About Lori!

Lori Harvey and Damson Idris attend the Red Carpet Premiere Event for the Sixth and Final Season of FX’s “Snowfall” at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Ted Mann Theater on February 15, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Trinidad certainly does look good on him, but it’s unlikely the country’s beauty will be enough to convince Idris to stay. Now that he’s got Lori Harvey by his side, the foreign actor is easily one of the most coveted men in the world. They made their red carpet debut together last week, and while their outfits were obviously on point, some Twitter users think that their chemistry could use some work.

Upon hearing the feedback about her relationship, the model was quick to clarify a few things. From the sounds of her clap back, she and Damson are doing more than fine. Read everything that Harvey had to say about the gossip here, and check back later for more Carnival news updates.

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