Nicki Minaj

Nicki Minaj is a Trinidadian-American rapper who debuted with the mixtape Playtime Is Over (2007). Her breakthrough album Pink Friday (2010) reached #1 on Billboard 200 and included the hit Super Bass. Minaj has 100 entries on Billboard Hot 100, which is a record among women. She became the first female rapper to have 7 songs simultaneously on Billboard Hot 100. Nicki has 10 Grammy nominations and sold over 100 million records worldwide. She is known for her alter egos (Roman Zolanski, Barbie) and colorful wigs. Her influence is felt in the work of Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion and Doja Cat.