Nicki Minaj Says “It’s Okay To Acknowledge You’re Inspired” | Nicki Minaj: Lyrical Queen
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💫 Short Summary
In a recent interview, Nicki Minaj addresses the criticism of being too protective of her brand, emphasizing the need to be aggressive in the rap industry. She expresses her frustration at not being fully acknowledged for opening doors for other female artists and asserts that her success is a result of her talent and hard work. Despite the challenges and double standards she has faced, Nicki remains unapologetic and determined to continue her legacy in the music industry.
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Nicki Minaj addresses the criticism of being too protective of her brand and expresses the need to be aggressive in the rap industry.
00:00Nicki compares being protective of her brand to how Floyd Mayweather operates in the ring.
She emphasizes the importance of being aggressive in rap.
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Nicki discusses the double standard of being labeled as nasty when being assertive, while male counterparts are praised for the same behavior.
01:10She emphasizes that she has always been open and welcoming to other female artists in the industry.
Nicki feels that her efforts to acknowledge and support other artists are often overlooked.
She mentions facing criticism and being labeled as nasty, but emphasizes that she will always support other women in the industry.
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Nicki Minaj talks about her support for other female artists and how she was not acknowledged for opening doors for them.
02:09She mentions facing criticism for not acknowledging other female artists, despite naming them in her interviews and expressing her support.
Nicki emphasizes that she has always been open and loving, but has received ungratefulness and criticism in return.
She expresses her frustration at not being credited for her role in paving the way for other female artists.
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Nicki Minaj claims that she had to build her own fan base and did not receive the same help and support as other male artists in the industry.
03:22She asserts that she was on Twitter building her fan base and booking shows herself, without the same level of support and promotion given to male artists.
Nicki emphasizes that her talent and hard work are the reasons for her success, despite being portrayed as the bad guy in the industry.
She believes that people have come into the industry and not respected her as the Queen, something that would not be tolerated if the same were done to male artists like JAY-Z or Lil Wayne.
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Nicki Minaj asserts her position in the music industry and claims that nothing can make her go away unless she wants to.
04:23She compares the treatment of other male artists to the lack of respect given to her as a female artist.
Nicki declares that she is a chosen one and will not leave the industry until she is ready.
She jokingly mentions that the best anyone can do is hope she wants to have babies before she decides to leave the industry.
💫 FAQs about This YouTube Video
1. How does Nicki Minaj respond to the criticism of being too protective of her brand?
Nicki Minaj addresses the criticism by emphasizing the need to be aggressive in the rap industry. She compares her approach to that of Floyd Mayweather in the ring, stating that she has gone out of her way to be open arms and loving, but has been met with ungratefulness.
2. What examples does Nicki Minaj use to illustrate the need to be aggressive in the rap industry?
Nicki Minaj compares her rap style to being aggressive and references Serena Williams' approach on the tennis court, emphasizing the importance of not having to be nasty but still being able to acknowledge inspiration.
3. How did Nicki Minaj open doors for other artists, and how does she feel they have been ungrateful?
Nicki Minaj mentions that she has gone out of her way to open sample doors for other artists, but feels that they have been ungrateful and disrespectful. She points out that she has always named other female artists in her interviews, but her role in paving the way for them is often overlooked.
4. In what way does Nicki Minaj feel she is not given the same recognition as male artists in the industry?
Nicki Minaj expresses her frustration at not being credited for her role in paving the way for other female artists. She feels that her efforts to acknowledge and support other artists are often overlooked, while male artists are more readily acknowledged and respected.
5. What does Nicki Minaj claim was the reason for her success, despite not receiving the same help as other male artists in the industry?
Nicki Minaj attributes her success to her talent and hard work. She asserts that she had to build her own fan base and work independently to book shows, but ultimately her abilities and dedication were the driving forces behind her achievements.
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