Nicki Minaj

Nicki Minaj, born Onika Tanya Maraj, is a Trinidadian-American rapper, singer, and songwriter known for her alter egos, colorful wigs, and unique rapping style. She gained fame with mixtapes like "Playtime Is Over" and "Beam Me Up Scotty" before her debut album, "Pink Friday," topped the US Billboard 200 chart.

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Profession :

Rapper

Birthday :

December 8, 1982

Star Sign :

Sagittarius

Age :

42

Birthplace :

Saint James, Trinidad And Tobago

Nicki Minaj, born Onika Tanya Maraj, rose to prominence as the “Queen of Rap,” revolutionizing female rap in the US. Her distinct rap flow and captivating stage presence gained her immense popularity. After releasing several mixtapes from 2007 to 2009, she achieved mainstream success with her debut album, “Pink Friday,” which topped the US Billboard 200 chart in 2010. Minaj’s subsequent albums, including “Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded,” “The Pinkprint,” “Queen,” and “Mixtape Beam Me Up Scotty,” further solidified her status as a rap icon.

Throughout her career, Nicki Minaj has collaborated with renowned artists such as Drake, Lil Wayne, Kanye West, Beyoncé, and Ariana Grande. Her versatility and ability to transform into different alter egos, like “Harajuku Barbie,” “Roman Zolanski,” and “Martha Zolanski,” have captivated audiences worldwide. With over 100 million records sold globally, Minaj ranks among the best-selling female rap artists of all time.

Minaj’s impact extends beyond music. She has achieved 10 number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, including hits like “Starships,” “Anaconda,” and “Bang Bang.” Her talent has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including 10 BET Awards, 12 MTV Video Music Awards, and six American Music Awards. In 2016, she was honored by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world.

Beyond her professional achievements, Nicki Minaj is known for her vibrant personality and unique fashion sense. Her colorful wigs and eccentric outfits have become synonymous with her brand. Minaj is also a gifted songwriter, having written songs for renowned artists like Rihanna and Britney Spears. Additionally, she actively engages in philanthropy, supporting various charitable organizations such as the National Breast Cancer Foundation and the Get Schooled Foundation.

Minaj’s personal life includes her marriage to Kenneth Petty in 2019 and the birth of her first child, a son, in September 2020.