Nicki Minaj Celebrates Birthday by Unleashing ‘Pink Friday 2’ – A Gift to the Barbz

Nicki Minaj’s devoted fan base, known as the Barbz, has reason to celebrate as the rap queen’s long-awaited album, ‘Pink Friday 2,’ is finally here.

The album boasts an impressive lineup of features, including J. Cole, Drake, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Wayne, and more, coupled with stellar production from the likes of FINNEAS, Boi-1da, and ATL Jacob.

With 22 tracks and a runtime exceeding 70 minutes, ‘Pink Friday 2’ promises a substantial and diverse musical experience for fans.

Kicking off the album is the opening track, “Are You Gone Already,” produced by FINNEAS, setting the tone for the musical journey ahead. The first collaboration comes in the form of “Let Me Calm Down,” featuring J. Cole. Following this is “RNB,” a collaboration with Lil Wayne and Tate Kobang, showcasing the Young Money mentor alongside Nicki.

One of the standout tracks, “Needle,” features Drake and incorporates a sample of a voicemail from SZA. In this track, Nicki delivers sharp lyrics, addressing past relationships and acknowledging her intellectual prowess. The album also includes collaborations with artists like Lil Uzi Vert on “Everybody” and a tribute to her Trinidadian roots with “Forward From Trini,” featuring Skillibeng and Skeng.

Throughout ‘Pink Friday 2,’ Nicki explores various musical styles, from the country-infused “Cowgirl” with Lourdiz to the emotionally charged pop sound of “Last Time I Saw You.” The pre-release singles, “Super Freaky Girl” and “Red Ruby Da Sleeze,” further showcase the album’s versatility.

In a remarkable achievement, ‘Pink Friday 2’ has already soared to the #1 spot on US Apple Music, with all its songs simultaneously charting in the top 40 on US iTunes.

Notably, the single “Needle” featuring Drake has claimed the #1 position on US iTunes, adding to Nicki Minaj’s record as the rapper with the most #1 songs on US iTunes, reaching an impressive total of 41.

‘Pink Friday 2’ not only fulfills the anticipation of the Barbz but also cements Nicki Minaj’s status as a dominant force in the rap industry, showcasing her artistic evolution and unparalleled chart success.