Nicki Minaj Claps Back at Reporter Over Unity Question and Announces New Album Instead of Pink Friday 2 Deluxe Edition

Nicki Minaj is making headlines once again, this time for her fiery response to a reporter who accused her of dodging a question about unity in the Black community. During an in-store pop-up in Cleveland ahead of her Pink Friday 2 World Tour, Minaj spoke with FadamGotDaJuice for DTLR. When asked about the potential for true unity among Black powerhouses, Minaj responded with a broader perspective that seemed to irk the interviewer.

When Fadam asked Minaj, “Do you think we will ever have real true unity, with all the Black powerhouses like yourself that we have amongst our people?” Minaj’s response was thought-provoking: “Who are our people? Do we have unity amongst human beings? Imagine thinking all eight billion people in the world are going to get along with each other.” She emphasized the importance of not letting outside noise affect one’s inner peace, redirecting the conversation to a universal perspective rather than focusing solely on the Black community.

After sharing the interview clip on Instagram, Fadam accused Minaj of avoiding his question, writing, “She ducked the smoke on the question man,” along with an exasperated emoji. Minaj didn’t take the criticism lightly. Responding on X (formerly Twitter), she fired back, saying, “The obsession. Only thing I ducked was his fkng breath. Smelled like a double portion of 4 wings & some french fries hot ASS & ketchup n!gg@.” Minaj’s sharp retort quickly went viral, fueling discussions among fans and critics alike.

In other news, Nicki Minaj has decided to pivot from her initial plan to release a deluxe edition of Pink Friday 2. Instead, she will deliver an entirely new album to her fans. The rapper made the announcement on September 15, writing on X: “Dear Barbz, IMPORTANT #GagCity ANNOUNCEMENT: Instead of doing a DELUXE to Pink Friday 2, I’ve decided to do a brand new album.”

Minaj explained that the new music she’s been working on is too iconic to simply be added to a deluxe version. “The new music is just too good to be thrown away on a deluxe album. Last night, the songs I recorded were just way too iconic. I love you guys so much. You know that. I know you do. I’ll still give you something leading up to the announcement, so no worries,” Minaj shared with her loyal fanbase, known as the Barbz.

Minaj’s decision to release a new album instead of a deluxe edition reflects her commitment to delivering high-quality music. She expressed how meaningful Pink Friday 2 is to her, especially as her first album since becoming a mother. “PF2 means so much to me. As my 1st album as #PapaBear mama, it’s just very special to me for so many reasons you guys aren’t aware of. I put every song on there in a specific order, etc.,” she wrote.

Looking ahead, Minaj teased that Pink Friday 3 will be exactly what fans have been waiting for. “PF3 is about to do PRECISELY wtf BEEN needed to be done. TRUST ME BARBZ. IM SO EXCITED. BLESSED. LOVED (by the Barbz) & fortunately (for the Barbz & me), I’ve learned A LOT since 12/08/23,” she added, hinting at more exciting music and new directions.

Nicki Minaj’s candid responses to reporters and her dedication to her craft demonstrate why she remains one of the most talked-about artists in the industry. Her decision to release a new album instead of simply expanding on Pink Friday 2 underscores her desire to keep evolving and offering her fans the best. As she prepares for the next chapter, Minaj’s impact on music and culture continues to be felt, making her one of the defining voices of her generation.