Get ready, Barbz! With a new Nicki Minaj album on the horizon, the rap queen is stirring the pot once again. Her recent appearance at the United Nations, where she spoke out about alleged religiously-motivated persecution of Christians in Nigeria, has sparked conversation. Now, she’s dropped a tweet that cleverly links the speech to a “MAGA Flex” and even throws some shade at none other than Jay-Z.
A “MAGA Flex” and a Nod to Jay-Z
Minaj, who thanked Donald Trump for bringing attention to the Nigerian issue, tweeted: “United Nations was a MAGA Flex, Trump on da text, Yall should be afraid of what I’m gon do next.” This line isn’t just a bold statement about her upcoming March album; it’s also a direct callback to a classic Jay-Z lyric.
The reference comes from Jay-Z’s 2009 track “On To The Next One” with Swizz Beatz. Hov rapped, “M.J. at Summer Jam, Obama on the text / Y’all should be afraid of what I’m gon’ do next.” Minaj’s clever adaptation clearly positions her own actions and future plans in a similar, powerful light, while simultaneously referencing her ongoing, albeit sometimes subtle, feud with Jay-Z.
The Ongoing Nicki Minaj vs. Jay-Z Saga
This isn’t the first time Nicki has publicly called out Jay-Z. Earlier this year, she made waves with scathing messages and accusations, reportedly stemming from issues with Roc Nation and Tidal payouts. At one point, her feud with Hov even led her to claim she would halt her album release, tweeting, “Ok I’m not going to put out the album anymore. No more music. Hope you’re happy now [JAY-Z]. Bye, Barbz.”
Thankfully for her fans, she retracted that statement and continues to hype them up for new music. Her latest tweet also reinforces that her support for Donald Trump, while divisive, remains a part of her public persona. While she hasn’t publicly endorsed all of his controversial actions, her alignment continues to draw attention.
What’s Next for Nicki?
With her upcoming album, fans are eager to hear what else Nicki Minaj has to say. Whether she’s addressing her political leanings, her ongoing beefs, or simply dropping fire bars, one thing is certain: Nicki knows how to command attention. She’s currently basking in the interest her bold moves have generated, and we can only wait to see what the “FTCU” superstar delivers next.
What do you think of Nicki Minaj’s “MAGA Flex” tweet and her reference to Jay-Z’s lyrics? Are you excited for her upcoming album? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
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