Based in New York City, Trinidad and Tobago-born Nicki Minaj is known for being one of the world's best-selling hip-hop artists, having sold over 100 million records during her career. Beginning her recording career via mixtapes that she released circa 2007-2009, Minaj quickly garnered attention from noteworthy artists and label heads, including Lil Wayne, who signed her to his label Young Money Entertainment.
In 2010, Nicki Minaj released her debut album, Pink Friday, which debuted at number two and later landed the number one rank on the Billboard 200. "Super Bass," Pink Friday's fifth single, reached 12 times platinum in the United States. "Super Bass" saw Minaj eclipse the success of Missy Elliott's single "Work It" from 2002, a female rapper's prior highest-charting solo single. The "Super Bass" music video has been viewed over 1 billion times on YouTube since 2024. Fans of Pink Friday can find limited edition versions such as the pink and white swirl Pink Friday 10th Anniversary 3XLP Vinyl, a testament to the unique material quality of vinyl
At times referred to as the queen of hip hop, Nicki Minaj is known for releasing the top ten singles and number one albums for a female rapper in the United States. It's no surprise that Minaj, who creates numerous voices and characterizations, has gone on to act in films and lend her voice to animated works. Minaj's collectible vinyl releases are sure to increase in rarity, and collectors of limited edition music can find a range of colored vinyl, box sets, and other unique releases from a variety of artists on StockX.
