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Forbes
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Nicki Minaj Makes History With Her Brand New Top 10 Bestseller
Nicki Minaj ranks among the most successful hip-hop artists of all time, but she stands apart from many of her contemporaries in one important way. She consistently sells individual songs in addition to seeing her catalog perform spectacularly on streaming platforms. While most of the biggest names in rap focus on racking up huge numbers on sites like Spotify and Apple Music, Minaj remains a relatively rare force when it comes to digital sales as well. Minaj's fans have demonstrated time and again that they are willing to purchase her tracks – all of them, seemingly no matter what. The continued buying habits of the Barbz — the name associated with her fanbase — helps the rapper make history this week as she scores a brand new hit. Minaj recently joined Lil Wayne on a remix of his tune "Banned From NO," a track featured on his latest album Tha Carter VI. Initially released as a solo affair, the cut was later updated to include her vocals as well. The duet arrived on streaming platforms and digital storefronts just days after the original, and Minaj's following reacted quickly. This week, "Banned From NO" debuts at No. 1 on the Rap Digital Song Sales chart. As it lands, Minaj collects her twenty-fourth No. 1 and, perhaps more notably, her milestone one hundredth top 10 smash on the list of the bestselling rap-only tracks in the United States. Minaj is now one of a very select few artists to rack up triple-digit placements inside the top 10 on the Rap Digital Song Sales tally. In fact, she may be only the second act to do so. Drake, a frequent collaborator, has so far scored 135 placements between Nos. 1 and 10 on the tally, which previously featured more than 10 spaces, but which was shortened several years ago. Several other superstars may reach 100 top 10s on the Rap Digital Song Sales chart in the coming years, but they still have a ways to go. Eminem is up to 77 such wins, while Lil Wayne collects his seventy-fifth as "Banned From NO" arrives. Kanye West, now known simply as Ye, has also surpassed the 50 top 10s milestone, with a total of 53 such smashes in his catalog. Other well-known figures in the industry haven't even claimed half of 100 yet. "Banned From NO" launches atop the Rap Digital Song Sales chart with 5,000 pure purchases, according to Luminate. The track, as a duet, also reaches a trio of purchase-only tallies, opening inside the top five on all three simultaneously.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Scandalized Shannon Sharpe apologizes to Nicki Minaj over 'misunderstanding'
Shannon Sharpe has apologized to Nicki Minaj after the rapper took a shot at him in her new song, mistakenly thinking he had mocked her on social media. Her 'Banned from No' remix with Lil Wayne hit No. 1 on itunes this week. One line in the song - 'If I send a pic of Shannon, you ain't that sharp' - appeared to take aim the former NFL player, who in April was accused of rape in a lawsuit. He denies the allegations. Minaj seemed to have taken an issue with Sharpe when, in February 2024 on X, a fan told Sharp that 'Nicki' said she wanted to be on his podcast. 'Nicki who?' Sharpe replied. He has since explained that he thought Nicki meant Nikki Haley as he had recently discussed her on his show. The fan actually meant Minaj, who had spoken about Sharpe's podcast in an interview. But the initial remark obvioulsy didn't go down well with Minaj, who wrote on X: 'If I send a pic of Shannon, you ain't that sharp!!!! You thought I forgot that 'Nicki who' s*** you did?' A follower then sent her a video of Sharpe explaining the misunderstanding, where his co-host Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson said he was going to text Minaj and tell her what really happened. It seems that message might have not been sent, judging by Minaj's seemingly surprised reaction on X to one of her followers telling her Sharpe was sorry. 'LOL - well we got a funny lil rap bar out of it,' Minaj wrote. 'Thank you, Shannon b/c I was like 'what I done did now?' You never cleared it up to the Barbz so I had to avenge them.' In the segment tweeted to Minaj, Sharpe explained: 'I used to go back and forth with people. I was talking about Nikki Haley. Nikki Haley said it's really great for everybody of black America, and I was like … 'When has it ever been great?' 'Nicki, I was not trying to be disrespectful. Of course I know who you are. I would be remiss to say that I thought you knew who I was, or that you knew anything about 'Club Shay Shay.' I'm not that arrogant. 'Nicki, I apologize. I meant no disrespect. You'll always have an open invitation if you ever want to come sit down and have a conversation. 'Even if you just want to have a private conversation on the phone or something. It won't go any further between you and I.' Sharpe stepped away from his duties as an ESPN host on its 'First Take' show as backlash following the rape lawsuit intensified. 'At this juncture I am electing to step aside temporarily from my ESPN duties,' Sharpe said in a statement back in April. 'I will be devoting this time to my family, and responding and dealing with these false and disruptive allegations set against me. I plan to return to ESPN at the start of the NFL preseason.'
Black America Web
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Nicki Minaj Flames Shannon Sharpe And Jay-Z On New 'Banned From NO' Remix
Source: Dia Dipasupil / Getty Nicki Minaj hops on the remix of Lil Wayne's track ' Banned From NO, ' a fan favorite from his ' Tha Carter VI ' album. While the queen wasn't on the original version, she's now back with some hard-hitting bars, and a few surprising shots at some well-known names. One line that's getting a lot of attention is aimed at sports commentator Shannon Sharpe. Nicki raps, ''Bout to cop you slides, all you do is flip-flop, if I send a pic of Shannon, you ain't that Sharpe.' Many fans were confused at first, wondering why she would call him out. But Nicki later explained that years ago, Sharpe tweeted 'Nicki who?' in a shady way. She clearly didn't forget, and now she's firing back in a verse. She even joked that she almost threw a shot at Chad Ochocinco too, since he's often on shows with Sharpe, but decided not to. Nicki also took a subtle jab at Jay-Z and the NFL. This year's Super Bowl was held in New Orleans, Lil Wayne's hometown, and many fans were upset that he wasn't picked to perform at halftime. Instead, the NFL chose Kendrick Lamar. Nicki called it out in her lyrics, saying, *'NFL, fire some n*ggas and then call us,' hinting that the league only works with Black artists when it benefits them. She didn't mention Jay-Z by name, but since he helps run the NFL's entertainment deals, many believe the line was allegedly directed at him. Whether she's defending Lil Wayne or settling old scores, Nicki proves once again that she's not afraid to speak her mind, and still knows how to grab everyone's attention. Take a look at some of the funniest reactions from the Barbz to Nicki Minaj sounding off on Shannon Sharpe and Jay-Z below. Nicki Minaj Flames Shannon Sharpe And Jay-Z On New 'Banned From NO' Remix was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
The Citizen
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Barbados Prime Minister extends condolences to Rihanna
Rihanna's father passed away at the age of 70. Tributes are continuing to pour in for Ronald Fenty, the father of global music icon Robyn Rihanna Fenty. Ronald passed away at the age of 70 in Los Angeles this past Saturday, 31 May, following a short illness. TMZ reports that his passing came just weeks after Rihanna's brother, Rajad Fenty, was photographed arriving at Cedars-Sinai Medical Centre in Los Angeles. ALSO READ: Kenyan author and literary giant Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o dies 'Ronald Fenty was a son of Barbadian soil' In a statement released on Sunday, Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley described Ronald as a true Barbadian whose life reflected the spirit of the island nation. The Prime Minister extended her condolences to Rihanna, her mother Monica, and siblings Rorrey, Rajad, Jamie, Kandy, and Samantha. 'It is with deep sorrow that, on behalf of the government and people of Barbados, I extend my sincere condolences to our beloved national hero, The Right Excellent Robyn Rihanna Fenty, on the passing of her father, Ronald Fenty. 'Ronald Fenty was a son of Barbadian soil, whose life story reflected the resilience and spirit of our nation. While he may be known for playing a significant role in shaping the woman our national hero has become, the truth is that his journey here on earth has touched many more lives,' the Prime Minister said. Further tributes have been pouring in from Rihanna's fans across the world. Here are a few reactions from X. Every soul shall taste death. My heart goes out to Rihanna & the entire Fenty family, I can't imagine losing my father and while pregnant too💔 rip Ronald Fenty — Nahla outside⚓️ (@NahlaSth) May 31, 2025 Rest Peacefully, Ronald Fenty 🕊️ my prayers and condolences are with his children: Rihanna, Rajad, Rorrey, Samantha, Jamie, and Kandy, his family, friends, and many whom loved, and supported #RonaldFenty. Godspeed. #RIPRonaldFenty 🤍🕯️🕊️ — sagittarius' groove (@saintgoodkarma) May 31, 2025 All the Barbz are sending their love, condolences and PRAYERS to Rihanna and her family as her father Ronald Fenty unfortunately passed away today at the age of 70. 💔🕊️@Rihanna and the navy, please remember that God is always with you. 🙏🏼 In Jesus name we pray for your peace. — david 💋 (fan account) (@romansverses) May 31, 2025 NOW READ: 'Stop linking me to people I wouldn't even consider dating': Thuli Phongolo denies dating Scott Kupa
See - Sada Elbalad
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Nicki Minaj Shares Why She Doesn't Want to "Rush" into Her Next Album
Yara Sameh Nicki Minaj's last album, "Pink Friday 2", arrived in 2023, and she's laid low for much of 2025. Gracing the cover of Vogue Italia on Tuesday, Minaj opened up about the creative process heading into her next record. While the rapper has a collection of songs she's proud of, she is in no rush to release her next music until the time is right and aligns with her life. 'I've got a bunch of really strong tracks, but I don't want to rush,' she explained. 'I want the record to mean something, both for the fans and for me. I'll never be one of those people who puts out songs just to put them out. I love music. I respect it.' When that time does come, though, she plans on hitting the road once again. 'To experience it all again, as soon as possible. For me, and for the Barbz,' she added. The Pink Friday 2 World Tour earned Minaj the honor of having the highest-grossing rap tour for a woman. Elsewhere in the interview, Minaj revealed that she initially hated how she looked in the viral 'Did I Lie' video, which was born from a CRWN interview in 2018 surrounding the rollout of "Queen" with Elliott Wilson. 'I hate how I look in that video,' she said. 'When people started using it, I thought, 'I'm blocking you all!' Then I gave in — it's actually pretty funny.' The Queens legend has also admitted there have been times when she has wanted to end her music career despite all her success. Despite Minaj being one of the world's best-selling music artists and the best-selling female rapper with over 100 million records sold, the inevitable criticism that comes with being in the spotlight has gotten to her over the years. She said: "I've heard every possible criticism about me. I've thought about quitting so many times. I'm glad I didn't. I hope my story can be an inspiration, and push kids, adults, anyone, not to give up,". The hitmaker is mother to a four-year-old boy, whose name she has not made public, with her husband, Kenneth 'Zoo' Petty. Minaj told how she delayed becoming a mother for the sake of her career and providing for her family members. "As a woman, I put off becoming a mother. A lot of women in the industry, especially older than me, never had children. Some don't regret it, but others do," she said. "I put it off, and I didn't go to every Thanksgiving, every Christmas, or birthday party because I had to work to support my family. I think the price was not having a 'normal' life,". "Things are different now, because I can give my son things I never had, but there are things I want to make sure he has, and I still need to figure out how to give them to him. When we go out, for example, I have to worry that someone will take his picture," the star added. Minaj also spoke about the discipline she received at a young age, saying: "I was one of those kids who could tell when an adult was stupid. The lack of discipline around me made me want to be the opposite. And I'm not always like that." "But I believe in working hard to get what you want. I had to fight for everything. I had nothing, and I wanted it more than anyone else,". Nicki was ambitious from a young age and would tell people she would one day become a star. She said: "And when my friends were drinking, or smoking weed, or trying to hit the clubs, sure, I went too, just not as often. Everyone used to say I had a natural high. That's how I was — happy, but focused. I used to tell people, 'I'm going to make it.' Almost like I already knew." Minaj hasn't made many public appearances this year, but she did pop out at the 2025 Met Gala earlier in May, as the Young Money rapper stunned in a Thom Browne navy pinstripe mermaid dress. 'It reminded me of putting on your Sunday's best and being iconic in your own world,' she told Entertainment Tonight of her attire. "Pink Friday 2" arrived in December 2023. The project debuted atop the Billboard 200 with 228,000 equivalent album units earned in the U.S. in the week ending December 14, according to Luminate. 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