If there was any doubt who is the undisputed Queen of hip-hop, I believe we have a definitive answer! When it comes to setting the mark, and holding it to a standard, Nicki Minaj has proved that she has an organic chokehold on the industry. The Trinidadian princess of rap habitually finds ways to impose her dominance in a lane that has become quite crowded over recent years. On Saturday, Nicki Minaj announced that she was starting her own label and introduced a fire roster which includes London Hill, Skeng, Nana Fofie, and Rico Danna.
Via her Queen Radio Show on Amazon Amp, Nicki Minaj made the announcement that she has her own record label. I felt surprised to find out, the feat makes her the first female artist to do such. Wow, Kudos Mrs. Minaj! The announcement was met with praise from her fans and listeners. To not be overshadowed, Saturday also was the launch of her first single of 2023, with the explosive ‘Red Ruby Da Sleeze.’
You can’t call the announcement from Nicki Minaj as a comeback; she never left! In recent years, Nicki has taken some time to focus on her personal life, and understandably so. However, it appears that 2023 will be a year of celebration for Nicki Minaj and her staff. Although, Nicki did state that she wasn’t going to release the name of the label as of yet, she did reveal the signing of four artists to the label. Each of the four artists come with a brand of themselves. Just imagine the power and guidance Nicki Minaj will inject into their careers, and the universe as a whole.
To solidify the strength of her new Republic Records backed label imprint, it is reported that she has hired industry heavyweight Wendy Goldstein as president. Wendy Goldstein has worked with legends such as Ariane Grande, The Roots, and Common to name a few. Goldsteins knowledge as a A&R and executive will definitely provide Nicki Minaj’s imprint the momentum to secure a comfortable spot in the market.
At this juncture, I think it’s safe to say that there is nothing that Nicki Minaj can’t conquer. Nicki has proven time after time, that she is determined to agitate the culture with positive vibes and moves that will push it forward. As a singer, songwriter, actress, model, and philanthropist, it is no doubt why she is the ultimate businesswoman. We look forward to the labels’ success and will be cheering her artists along as this is a monumental movement in history.
