Guest Blogger: Lauren 1

Hip hop and rap is a genre that is a popular type of music listened to by teenagers. Rap does not only influence boys but also girls. Nicki Minaj is a new upcoming artist that has won over everybody by her unusual and funky style. Rap, pop and hip hop are the types of music that Minaj plays. Nicki has a pop style but also features in rap songs with other artists, such as Lil Wayne, and Drake. Nicki has written her own rap songs as well with a fun and upbeat style. Brittany Spears and Rihanna are two singers I would consider to be similar to Nicki. Nicki Minaj has unique music, but with the cheerful and positive style shows similarity to those artists. One song that is memorable from Nicki’s album Pink Friday is the song “Did It on Em”. This song by Nicki was the number one hit for over 12 weeks. “Did It on Em” was an inspiring song because it is showing a strong women being independent and her life. “Moment for Life” is another song in the album Pink Friday, “No I’m not lucky I’m blessed, yes! Clap for the heavyweight champ, me! But I couldn’t do it all alone, we!” are lyrics found in the first verse of the song. These lyrics portray a women that is confident, she is not only positive towards herself but she also she’s “But I couldn’t do it alone, we!” this shows her giving a shout out to her fans or friends who has helped her out on her way. Many critics have said Nicki Minaj has “turned a lot of heads by coming out of the gate as a supremely confident, powerful young lady.” Many critics have written about her accomplishments. I agree with the critics that view her has an influential, and real artist. Nicki Minaj’s album Pink Friday is a big hit, I would absolutely suggest Nicki as an artist.