Nicki Minaj: BOA Babe

Nicki Minaj: BOA Babe

Stepping out for a delicious meal, Nicki Minaj was spotted at BOA Steakhouse in West Hollywood last night (February 20).

The Pink Friday rapper looked snazzy as she stepped out of her car, sporting a grey top and some colorful skin-tight trousers.

Over the weekend, Nicki Minaj reportedly refused to use the escalators at the National Basketball Players Association Gala at the JW Marriott hotel in LA.

Citing her fear of a moving staircase, Miss Nicki Minaj had to find other means of getting around before her performance. "There was a little drama... She had time before she was due to go onstage, but she couldn't be persuaded.”

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Nicki Minaj, Drake & Lil Wayne's All-Star Weekend

Nicki Minaj, Drake & Lil Wayne's All-Star Weekend

Joining in on the National Basketball Association happenings, Nicki Minaj made her rounds at the All-Star Weekend parties in Los Angeles on Saturday night (February 19).

The "Right Thru Me" hitmaker teamed up with Drake and Lil Wayne as the trio attended the IMP Entertainment and Steve Marlton Worldwide Allstar Event at Siren Studios.

Miss Minaj also was among the many big names making appearances at the JW Marriott Los Angeles at L.A. LIVE for Ciroc's NBA Player's Association Gala.


Not only an attendee, the Pink Friday songstress graced the stage for a rockin' performance just one night after having delivered a weekend-starting club set at Exchange on Friday night alongside her sideman SB.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Week In Pictures (10 0f 30 pict)

The Week In Pictures

While Kim Kardashian was perfecting her sultry pout, Lady Gaga emerged from an egg and Taylor Lautner led a mystery woman through LAX. See all the best photos of all the best things that happened this week!

 

 

The 53rd Annual GRAMMY Awards.Staples Center, Los Angeles, CA.February 13, 2011.
(February 13, 2011 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

 

Television personality Lauren Conrad arrives at the Pure Nightclub at Caesars Palace to celebrate her birthday February 12, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Conrad turned 25 on February 1.
(February 11, 2011 - Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images North America)

Recording artist Nicki Minaj arrives at the Cash Money Records Annual Pre-Grammy Awards Party at The Lot on February 12, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.
(February 11, 2011 - Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images North America)

 

 

Recording artist Rihanna arrives at the Gucci and RocNation Pre-GRAMMY Brunch at the Soho House on February 12, 2011 in Los Angeles, California.
(February 11, 2011 - Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images North America)

 

Vanilla Ice (aka Robert Van Winkle) rehearses a routine with his professional skating partner Katie Stainsby as they prepare for the sixth season of "Dancing on Ice." .
(February 12, 2011 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

Musician Joe Jonas backstage at the Calvin Klein Men's Collection Fall 2011 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at 205 West 39th Street on February 13, 2011 in New York City.
(February 12, 2011 - Photo by Henry Dziekan/Getty Images North America)

 

Taylor Lautner arrives off a late night flight with a mystery girl at LAX (Los Angeles International Airport).
(February 13, 2011 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

Jimmy Fallon performs with the Roots Crew at the 7th Annual Roots Jam Session hosted by Jimmy Fallon at the Music Box on February 12, 2011 in Los Angeles, California.
(February 11, 2011 - Photo by Toby Canham/Getty Images North America)

 

 

"True Grit" star Hailee Steinfeld attends Finch And Partners' pre-BAFTA Party at Mark's Bar in central London.
(February 13, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)

 

 

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Nicki Minaj: Gearing Up for the Grammys

Nicki Minaj: Gearing Up for the Grammys

Gearing up for her first experience on the grand stage, Nicki Minaj was spotted arriving at the SLS Hotel in Los Angeles on Saturday (February 12).

The "Right Thru Me" singer is preparing for her first Grammy weekend, as she's nominated for her first Grammy and will be among the star presenters, as well.

Aside from her Grammy doings, Miss Nicki Minaj recently partnered with 1-800-Flowers for the Pink Collection just in time for the Valentine's Day holiday.

A report tells that "customers can choose from four different pink rose bouquets including the Everlasting Love package, which features a mixture of pink and red roses and white calla lilies."


Prices range from $44- $349 and include a download of one of Nicki's romantically-themed singles including "Moment 4 Life," "Save Me" and "Right Thru Me."

 

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Nicki Minaj: 2011 Grammy Awards Arrival

Nicki Minaj: 2011 Grammy Awards Arrival

Continuing on her meteoric rise to fame, Nicki Minaj showed up at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards this evening (February 13).

The “Pink Friday” rapper was glad to be part of the festivities as she posed for the press at Los Angeles’ Staples Center with her multi-colored hairdo situated in an upright style.

Nicki Minaj is one of the night’s presenters, along with Neil Patrick Harris, Miley Cyrus, Kris Kristofferson, Norah Jones, and Selena Gomez.

As for performers, there’s plenty of talent scheduled, including Drake, Cee-Lo, Eminem, Katy Perry, and Lady GaGa.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Nicki Minaj: "Moment 4 Life" Video On the Way

Nicki Minaj: 

"Moment 4 Life" Video On the Way

Her fans have patiently waited for this, and tomorrow will bring Nicki Minaj's long-awaited “Moment 4 Life” video on MTV.

The clip, which was shot in December in Los Angeles, features Young Money labelmate Drake and is rumored to show the pair playing up their "are they or aren't they?" relationship with a kiss, says MTV’s website.


Of the video, Drake said, "I think it's crazy that somehow, some higher power brought all these individuals together."

"I remember being on the [tour] bus when Wayne played me ‘Tha Carter III,’ which went on to sell a million copies in one week. Then it was ‘Thank Me Later.’ It was this big pressure, and that went on to sell what it did,” the Canadian rapper added.

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Celebrity Pictures – Nicki Minaj In London

Celebrity Pictures – Nicki Minaj In London

Nicki Minaj certainly seems to be everywhere these days! She is certainly a star on the rise, recently appearing on the cover of V magazine.

Nicki was spotted outside the KISS FM radio station in London, England, looking very, um, pink. I love that she has such an interesting sense of style. Nicki has made it clear that her look is all her, and that she has final approval on everything she wears, but I can’t help thinking that she reminds me of Lady Gaga! What do you think?


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Nicki Minaj to V: You Will Remember Me!

Nicki Minaj to V: You Will Remember Me!

What do Nicki Minaj and Ted Williams have in common? Little, except for this: neither wants to be forgotten.

Williams sent this message to America before leaving for rehab this week, while Nicki Minaj says in the latest issue of V:

“I’m an entertainer - I like to make people laugh. Some will hate it and some will love it, but all will remember it. And that’s what I want: to be remembered. Even if I’m saying something hard-core or controversial, there’s always a touch of humor, and if you don’t like it, it means I’m stirring things up inside of you.”

Speaking on her unique persona, the rapper also says: “I would crumple up and die if I had to wake up and be the same person every day."

She certainly changes things up in this magazine's pictorial. Click on the following images to enlarge each one:

Nicki Minaj takes to the cover of V in this picture. She's the next big thing in the music business.

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Nicki Minaj is a character, that's for sure. She poses her for V magazine.

We're not really clear on what's going on here. It's a photo of Nicki Minaj from V.

We can safely say that Nicki Minaj has a unique look. She show it off in this picture.

Keep your eye on Nicki Minaj. Closely. The artist is really going places.

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Nicki Minaj In V Magazine

 Nicki Minaj In V Magazine

Nicki Minaj is featured in V Magazine’s latest issue “The Discovery Issue”, which hits newsstands tomorrow.

In it, she shares that despite having a team, she has the final say on everything:

“Everything I do has been approved by me personally. My team is mostly made up of guys, but none of them would ever think about telling me what to wear or what to do with my hair. They know that ultimately I’m gonna do what I’m gonna do.”

On wanting to be remembered:

“I’m an entertainer – I like to make people laugh,” she says. “Some will hate it and some will love it, but all will remember it. And that’s what I want: to be remembered. Even if I’m saying something hard-core or controversial, there’s always a touch of humor, and if you don’t like it, it means I’m stirring things up inside of you.”

On being herself, but ever-changing:

“I just always want to do ‘me,’ but ‘me’ changes every day. I would crumble up and die if I had to wake up and be the same person every day. I don’t silence those voices anymore. I just let them speak.”

I think Nicki Minaj is only going to be more popular this year – she’s on the rise!

 

Photos courtesy of V Magazine

Photographers: Inez Van Lamsweerde & Vinoodh Matadin

Nicki Minaj Talks Taylor Swift, Love Life

Nicki Minaj may have hooked up with Drake on New Year's Eve, but that doesn't mean this rapper is taken.

She tells E! News in a new interview: "I'm single and ready to mingle."

Among other topics Minaj tackles below: her feelings on Taylor Swift and comparisons to Lady Gaga.


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What's next? We're shooting the video with Rihanna for "Fly" this weekend. We're going to save the world in more ways than one with the video and that's all I can say about that... I love Ri-Ri!

Would she duet with Taylor Swift? Of course!

Doe she mind comparisons to Lady Gaga? Gaga is badass. Being compared to greats can never bother me.

What does her success mean? I'm proud that women, female rappers that come in this game after Nicki Minaj can see that, you know what? There is a chance for you to sell just as much as the boys and to be recognized. And you don't have to feel like, because you're a female rapper, you going to not be recognized. And so for that alone, I'm proud. I'm happy. (THG)

Nicki Minaj Looks To Kanye West For Advice

 Nicki Minaj Looks To Kanye West For Advice

Nicki Minaj is certainly an up and coming powerhouse in the music world. And now she’s in the big leagues, getting advice from Kanye West! He does seem to like giving back to the world so maybe this is another way of Kanye helping out

Nicki’s previous mentor was Lil Wayne, who signed her to his label, but seeing as how he spent 8 months in jail last year, he didn’t have time to spent with her. Then she met Kanye through a song they did together.

“When it came to me putting my album out, I was like, ‘I can’t have an album without Kanye. He has to be a part of it.

“He’s become my mentor, he gives me advice, he hits me (with contacts), takes random picturesoffline and says, ‘Oh this is a good picture of you.’ He’s really into fashion so he’s a good person to have a well-rounded conversation with.”

Must be nice for Nicki to already be at a stage of her career where she can say, “I want Kanye to be on this record,” and then actually get Kanye. He’s one of the biggest names in the industry! Not to mention he’s probably one of the biggest divos in the industry too.

Nicki Minaj’s New Video “Right Thru Me”

Nicki Minaj’s New Video “Right Thru Me”

She just keeps the hits coming and Nicki Minaj has released her new video “Right Thru Me” much to the delight of her fans.

The third single from her upcoming release Pink Friday, “Right Thru Me” shows a different side of the 25-year-old songstress.

In the clip, Miss Minaj and her on-screen boyfriend get into a fiery argument and plenty of drama ensues.

Earlier this week, Nicki’s track “Check It Out” with will.i.am also hit the internet and has already garnered plenty of traffic.  (Hollywood Gossip)

Nicki Minaj: One of MTV’s Hottest MCs

Nicki Minaj: One of MTV’s Hottest MCs

She’s been on a constant rise to the top of the hip hop world, and Nicki Minaj made history earlier today (October 22).

Miss Minaj was named #6 on MTV News’ Hottest MCs in the Game list, marking the first time ever a female rapper appeared on the chart.

Coming up this Sunday, Nicki will be discussing her accomplishment with Sway on MTV’s “RapFixLive.”
Minaj reacted, "I feel that it's a dope accomplishment to be a woman on the list. There has never been a woman on the list. Of course, that makes me feel proud. But I believe that I am a dope MC in the big scheme of things, period. Like, if you put 10 girls in a row, I'm not only going to stand out with them; I'm going to stand out if you put nine boys in a row and just put me somewhere in the middle."

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Nicki Minaj: Your Love

Nicki Minaj latest song “Your Love,” from the yet not named debut album has been premiered today, July 22, and if you see any familiarity between Uma Thurman’s “Kill Bill” then you are right as the video is inspired from the movie.

As MTV reported, “We wanted to have geisha themes, samurai themes, stuff like that. I wanted to tell a love story. It’s just kinda liking a guy, where he’s not really for you to like — the forbidden fruit — and me and this other girl happen to like him and we go to war.”

Your Love Video was shot in Los Angeles on July 4 weekend. The song, which resembles Annie Lennox’s “No More ‘I Love You’s’,” is the follow-up single to “Massive Attack.”