Nicki Minaj

Music Stars

Nicki Minaj (born Onika Tanya Maraj on December 8, 1982, in Trinidad) is a Trinidadian-American rapper, singer, and songwriter known for her colorful persona, alter egos, and versatile flow, rising from troubled childhood in Queens, NY, to global stardom after being discovered by Lil Wayne, becoming a defining force in hip-hop with hits like "Super Bass" and albums like Pink Friday. She is celebrated for breaking records, dominating charts, and influencing pop culture through bold music, acting, and business ventures, solidifying her status as a rap icon.