Nicki Minaj discusses Secret Enemies

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThe past year has been full of ups and downs for Nicki Minaj and she has learned plenty. She became the first rapper to have a platinum mixtape. Soon, Nicki went from being a mixtape rapper to the most popular female in the game.But, she soon found herself in the middle of a high-profile feud with Lil' Kim. Despite all of the things Lil' Kim has said

Lil' Kim calls Nicki Minaj out over Album Sales

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterBefore signing to Young Money, Nicki Minaj's claim to fame was making $1 million off her mixtape. Her popularity led to her being signed by the label. Nicki Minaj was able to ride her own momentum in promotion for her Pink Friday album.Following the release of Pink Friday, Nicki Minaj became the first female rapper, since Eve in 1999, to have a number

Lil' Kim previews new Nicki Minaj diss song

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast month, Lil' Kim announced she would be taking her beef with newcomer, Nicki Minaj, to a new level. Ever since the early summer of 2010, Kim had been dissing her. But, in late October, Nicki Minaj finally responded and the beef was on.Lil' Kim recorded her "Black Friday" song, an obvious dig at Minaj's debut album, Pink Friday. She was so serious

Nicki Minaj makes big Valentine's Day plans

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterSince her color is pink and pink is the color of love, Nicki Minaj has made some major plans for Valentine's Day. The Queens femcee has partnered with 1-800-FLOWERS for her own collection. The collection will be called "the Pink collection."Nicki Minaj will be endorsing several flower arrangements from the company. Winners of the flower arrangements

Nicki Minaj is finally #1 with "Pink Friday"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterAfter nearly a year's worth of publicity and high profile disses from Lil' Kim and Khia, Nicki Minaj is finally on top of the game. Her debut album, Pink Friday, has risen to the top of the charts after being out for nearly three months.The last time a female rapper topped the Billboard Hot 200 albums list was in 1999 when Eve released her debut album

Khia disses Nicki Minaj's "Pink Friday" album

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEarlier this year, Khia dissed Nicki Minaj because of her overall style. Despite being from New York, Khia said Nicki acts like she is from the South. She went on to criticize her for being a black Barbie when there are no Barbies in the hood. Nicki Minaj laughed the disses off and went about her business.Seven months later, Khia is firing more rounds

Nicki Minaj launches "Pink Friday" app

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterSince bursting into the game, Nicki Minaj has maintained her focus on expansion. Currently, the Young Money rapper is celebrating the platinum success of her Pink Friday debut. For almost a year straight, Nicki Minaj has been dominating the game.But, it has not been all smooth for Nicki Minaj. Last summer, veteran rapper, Lil' Kim began dissing her.

Nicki Minaj talks New Album

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOnly months after the release of Pink Friday, Nicki Minaj was already discussing her second album. While no one from her record label has mentioned a new Nicki Minaj album, she has been very vocal.Following the success of her first album, Nicki Minaj has risen to the top of the game. Earlier this year, she said she felt like recording her second album

Nicki Minaj lands first starring Film Role

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEven before she signed with Young Money, Nicki made plans to take over the game. First, she planned to dominate rap and then move into Hollywood. The move may take place sooner than expected.Nicki Minaj took Lil Wayne's place as the top collaborator in 2010. Before the end of the year, she established herself as a big-time solo act. Her debut album,

Nicki Minaj says she will Jump on Lil Wayne's "6'7"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn the middle of speculation about a sextape featuring Nicki Minaj leaking to the internet, she is staying focused. Ever since she hit it big this year, the media has been all over her. Despite what the media says, or Lil' Kim, Nicki has continued to rise in the game.Fresh off the release of her Pink Friday debut album, Nicki is focused on maintaining

Lil Wayne assists Nicki Minaj on "Roman's Revenge (remix)"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFor most of 2010, Nicki Minaj has been the only female voice in the rap community. She was already popular on the mixtape scene over the past two years. But, Nicki Minaj shot to international fame after doing "My Chick Bad" and "Lil' Freak."Soon, Nicki Minaj was back in the headlines when Lil' Kim dissed her for not paying homage. Ironically, Nicki

Nicki Minaj talks "Pink Friday" and Almost Being Kicked out of Young Money

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWith her debut album, Pink Friday, right around the corner, Nicki Minaj has decided to change things up. Because of her unique style and her body, Nicki Minaj has been one of the biggest acts this year. As her album looms closer, the anticipitation continues to build.Nicki Minaj has had all of the attention early in her career. She now feels it is

Nicki Minaj working on "Pink Friday" follow-up

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWhile still promoting Pink Friday, Nicki Minaj is thinking about her future. Recently, when discussing her upcoming projects, she hinted about being back in the studio. Four months ago, Nicki released her debut album, Pink Friday.The album was the first major release by a female rapper in years and was heavily promoted. Due to all of this promotion,

Nicki Minaj very excited about Touring with Lil Wayne

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFor the first time since signing Drake and Nicki Minaj, Young Money will be at full strength. With Lil Wayne in prison for most of last year, the crew still dominated. But, Lil Wayne is now free and the stars are working on their follow-up albums.The focus was intended to be on Drake while Lil Wayne was behind bars, but Nicki Minaj stole the show. She

Nicki Minaj goes platinum with "Pink Friday"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterNot even a week into the New Year and Nicki Minaj is already making new headlines. The New York femcee is back in the news on a positive note. She burst onto the scene with popular verses on songs from Usher and Ludacris. The stage was set for her debut.During the late winter of 2010, she released her own single, "Massive Attack." The song was only

Nicki Minaj sets record with "Pink Friday"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWith all of the attention on her, Nicki Minaj continues to break records in the hip hop game. Many credit Nicki Minaj for saving the nearly extinct female rap game. There are many who praise Nicki for this, and some, Lil' Kim, who despise her for this. Even with the negative attention, Nicki Minaj continues to break records.Last month, Pink Friday hit