Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (born December 8, 1982), known professionally as Nicki Minaj ( NIH-kee mih-NAZH), is a Trinidadian-born rapper and singer based in the United States. Often referred to as the "Queen of Rap", she is known for her musical versatility, animated rap flow, alter egos, and influence in popular music. She first gained recognition after releasing three mixtapes between 2007 and 2009.

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Nicki Minaj UK Show Cancelled After Earlier Arrest In Amsterdam

Minaj livestreamed her arrest in Amsterdam earlier in the day.

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Nicki Minaj Is Launching Her Own Record Label

“Don’t think my label is just rap, or Black, or anything. We got some other genres of music.”

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Nicki Minaj Finally Claims #1 In Australia After 12 Years

She first charted in Aus in 2010 on the Will.i.am track 'Check It Out'.

Features / Music

Death by Denim X Roy Bing - Songs We’d Love To Remix

Celebrating their team up with Roy Bing for a hard hitting dance floor banger, the band and producer take us through what they'd like to see remixed next..

Reviews / Live

Live Review: FOMO Festival Adelaide

"One of the best music events Adelaide has seen in recent years."

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Nicki Minaj, Lil Pump & More Confirmed For FOMO By Night Brisbane

Festival headliners sign on for the all ages event.

Features / Music

In An Industry That Prioritises Male Artists, Nicki Minaj Is Resuming Control With 'Queen'

"The roll-out of 'Queen' has been accompanied by drama, controversy and counter-narrative."

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Nicki Minaj Calls Out Australian Cartoonist For Controversial Serena Williams Cartoon

"Why the fuck is everyone allowed to be passionate but black women?"

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Nicki Minaj To Headline 2019 FOMO Festival

No time for FOMO... Minaj is coming.

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Nicki Minaj Set To Claim First-ever Australian #1 Album This Week With 'Queen'

Check out the midweek figures.