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A Timeline of Nicki’s Biggest Battles – For Entertainment Purposes Only!
Disclaimer: We absolutely LOVE Nicki Minaj here at The Talk Lounge! The Queen has given us iconic music, legendary verses, and unforgettable moments. This article is purely for your reading entertainment – we’re not here to stir the pot, just serve you the tea that’s already been spilled! ☕👑 Now let’s get into it, Loungers…
Look, we’re not saying drama follows Nicki Minaj... but if there was a frequent flyer program for feuds, she’d definitely have platinum status. The Barb Army knows their queen doesn’t play when it comes to protecting her throne, and honestly? The entertainment value has been chef’s kiss for over a decade.
Let’s take a hilarious walk down memory lane through every major beef, because if we’re being honest, some of these were more entertaining than actual reality TV shows.
1. LIL’ KIM (2007-Present) – THE OG RIVALRY THAT REFUSES TO DIE
How It Started
Picture this: It’s 2007, and a young Nicki Minaj is serving LEWKS with colorful wigs and bold fashion. Lil’ Kim took one look and said, “Hold up, that’s MY aesthetic!” And thus began the longest-running soap opera in hip-hop history.
The Core Issue
Kim felt Nicki was doing a copy-paste of her legendary 90s style. Add in some Cash Money Records business drama with Birdman, and you’ve got yourself a recipe for perpetual beef stew!
Major Moments
🔥 2010: The Feud Ignites
In 2010, tensions between Lil’ Kim and Nicki Minaj escalated, leading to a series of public confrontations and diss tracks.
🎤 Diss Tracks and Subliminal Shots
- Nicki Minaj – “Roman’s Revenge” (October 2010):
In this track, Nicki Minaj rapped lines that many interpreted as direct jabs at Lil’ Kim, such as: “Look at my show footage how these girls be spazzing / So f*** I look like getting back to a has-been.”
The song’s aggressive tone and lyrics were seen as a response to Kim’s criticisms. - Lil’ Kim – “Black Friday” (November 2010):
Released shortly after “Roman’s Revenge,” Lil’ Kim dropped “Black Friday,” a direct diss track aimed at Nicki Minaj. In it, Kim rapped: “I will erase this b****’s social security number.”
This track marked a significant escalation in their feud. HipHopDX - Nicki Minaj – “Stupid Hoe” (December 2011):
Although released in 2011, “Stupid Hoe” continued the animosity. The song’s lyrics and its accompanying music video were widely interpreted as attacks on Lil’ Kim, with lines like: “You a stupid hoe, you a, you a stupid hoe.”
The song’s aggressive tone and the video’s imagery further fueled the feud
Current Status
Still beefing after 18 YEARS! At this point, it’s practically a tradition. Someone should send them a joint Christmas card.
The Lounge’s Take: Listen, we respect BOTH legends. Kim paved the way; Nicki elevated the game. Can’t we appreciate both without choosing sides? (But also… this beef has given us SO much content over the years 👀)
2. MARIAH CAREY (2012-2013) – WHEN AMERICAN IDOL BECAME AMERICAN IDLE THREATS
How It Started
Two divas. One judging panel. What could possibly go wrong? EVERYTHING!
The Core Issue
These two queens could NOT be in the same room without the temperature dropping to sub-zero. Rumor has it there were alleged threats, shade so thick you could cut it with a knife, and enough tension to power a small city.
Major Moments
- Leaked footage of their on-set arguments became instant memes
- The phrase “I’m not going to sit here and listen to this” entered pop culture
- Both lasted exactly one season before dipping out.
Current Status
They’ve moved on, but let’s just say they’re not planning any duets anytime soon whew!
The Lounge’s Take: Two absolute ICONS in one room was always going to be explosive. We got ONE season of premium entertainment, and honestly? Worth it. No shade, just facts! 😂
3. REMY MA (2017) – THE DISS TRACK HEARD ‘ROUND THE WORLD
How It Started
Remy Ma woke up one day and chose VIOLENCE, releasing one of the most scorching diss tracks in hip-hop history!
The Core Issue
Remy felt disrespected and came with receipts, allegations, and BARS so hot they could melt steel. We’re talking a full seven-minute dissertation on why she had beef with Nicki.
Major Moments
🎤 The Track That Broke the Internet
When Nicki Minaj dropped Roman’s Revenge featuring Eminem in 2010, social media exploded. Fans dissected the lyrics, speculated about targets, and Hip-Hop Twitter was buzzing for weeks.
Drake and Lil Wayne Join the Fray
Drake and Lil Wayne backed Nicki, amplifying the track’s impact and fueling the online frenzy.
Current Status
The flames have died down, but the smoke lingers. They’re not friends, but at least nobody’s dropping diss tracks anymore.
The Lounge’s Take: Say what you want, but this gave us some of the most quotable hip-hop moments of 2017. We’re not condoning beef, but we ARE saying that year was never boring! 🔥
4. CARDI B (2017-Present) – THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING
How It Started
An Instagram like… YES YALL, you read that right. An INSTAGRAM LIKE allegedly sparked what became the most talked-about female rap feud of the modern era.
The Core Issue
Things escalated faster than you can say “Okurrr.” Cardi performing with Remy Ma during her Nicki beef? Spicy. Subliminal disses in songs? Spicier. A shoe being thrown at Fashion Week? NUCLEAR.
Major Moments
- September 2018: The Fashion Week incident that spawned a thousand memes
- Social media exchanges that had everyone’s group chats BUZZING
- 2025: Yes, they’re STILL at it. The most recent drama involved album sales and Twitter fingers
The Talk Lounge Official on X: SEE FEUD HERE
Current Status
Active and ongoing. Grab your popcorn, because this show isn’t over yet!
The Lounge’s Take: Look, we love BOTH of these talented queens! They’ve both made incredible music and broken records. Can we appreciate both without picking teams? But also… the memes have been elite. We’re just here for the entertainment, and honey, it’s been ENTERTAINING! 🍿
5. MEGAN THEE STALLION (2022-2024) – HOT GIRL MEETS QUEEN BEE
How It Started
Nobody’s quite sure what sparked this one initially, but it EXPLODED when Megan dropped a track that had Barbz and Hotties ready to square up in the streets.
The Core Issue
Industry politics, loyalty questions, and the classic “who said what about whom” situation that seems to fuel half of hip-hop beefs.
Major Moments
- Megan’s track broke streaming records while seemingly addressing Nicki
- Nicki responded with her own track within 48 hours (the SPEED!)
- Social media became a battlefield between fan bases
The song Megan Thee Stallion reportedly took shots at Nicki Minaj is called “Shots Fired” from her 2019 mixtape Fever.
It was widely interpreted as a subliminal diss toward Nicki, especially after their rumored tension over past collaborations and industry competition. While Megan never explicitly names Nicki in the track, fans and media connected the dots due to the timing, lyrics, and context of their feud.
Current Status
The intensity has cooled, but the fandoms remember EVERYTHING.
The Lounge’s Take: Two incredibly talented women at the top of their game. We’re not here to judge who “won” because honestly? The fans won by getting absolute FIRE music from both sides. No beef necessary when both queens are serving hits! 👑
6. LATTO (2022-Present) – GENERATIONAL CLASH ALERT
How It Started
On an episode of Queen Radio, things got spicy when Latto said something about women thriving in rap, and Nicki took it personally.
The Core Issue
A classic case of miscommunication escalating into full-blown beef, with Grammy snubs and streaming numbers thrown into the mix.
Major Moments
🎤 The Queen Radio Incident
In 2022, during an episode of Queen Radio, Nicki Minaj took issue with comments made by Latto about women thriving in rap. This led to a public back-and-forth between the two artists, highlighting underlying tensions.
⚖️ The Core Issue
The conflict stemmed from a perceived miscommunication, exacerbated by external factors like Grammy nominations and streaming numbers. Nicki Minaj expressed frustration over her song “Super Freaky Girl” being moved from the rap to pop category at the Grammys, while Latto’s “Big Energy,” produced by the same team, remained in the rap category. Nicki felt this was an attempt to diminish her success and elevate newer artists.
Current Status
Simmering on low heat. Could explode at any moment.
The Lounge’s Take: This feels like it could be resolved with a phone call, but where’s the fun in that? (Just kidding! We’d love to see these talented women collaborate instead!)
OTHER NOTABLE FEUDS (HONORABLE MENTIONS)
MILEY CYRUS (2015)
Tension arose after Miley made comments about Nicki’s VMA moment with Taylor Swift. The two exchanged words at the VMAs, creating an awkward live TV moment.
TAYLOR SWIFT (2015)
Brief tension over VMA nominations when Nicki tweeted about slim bodies being ‘favored‘ in the industry. Taylor took it personally, but the two quickly resolved it.
TRAVIS SCOTT (2018)
Chart battle over album sales led to accusations of unfair tactics. Nicki felt Travis used bundle deals to beat her to #1.
SAFAREE SAMUELS (2014-Present)
Her ex-boyfriend and former hype man has periodically claimed he wrote her raps, leading to ongoing tension.
THE PATTERN: WHY SO MANY BEEFS?
Throughout her career, the rapper has refused to hold back her tongue against anyone she felt crossed her, beefing with the likes of Taylor Swift, Mariah Carey, and Cardi B.
Nicki has maintained that she’s simply defending herself against people who disrespect her first. Critics argue that the pattern suggests difficulty collaborating with other powerful women. Supporters say she’s protecting her legacy as the original Queen of Rap.
THE LEGACY
Love her or not, Nicki Minaj’s feuds have shaped modern hip-hop culture. From legendary diss tracks to altercations, her beefs have generated billions of social media impressions and countless headlines!
Whether she’s defending her throne or stirring up drama, one thing is certain: Nicki Minaj isn’t backing down from anyone, and her feuds have become as much a part of her legacy as her chart-topping hits!
MILEY CYRUS (2015)
Tension arose after Miley made comments about Nicki’s VMA moment with Taylor Swift. The two exchanged words at the VMAs, creating an awkward live TV moment.
TAYLOR SWIFT (2015)
Brief tension over VMA nominations when Nicki tweeted about slim bodies being favored in the industry. Taylor took it personally, but the two quickly resolved it.
TRAVIS SCOTT (2018)
Chart battle over album sales led to accusations of unfair tactics. Nicki felt Travis used bundle deals to beat her to #1.
SAFAREE SAMUELS (2014-Present)
Her ex-boyfriend and former hype man has periodically claimed he wrote her raps, leading to ongoing tension.
THE PATTERN: WHY SO MANY BEEFS?
Throughout her career, the rapper has refused to hold back her tongue against anyone she felt crossed her, beefing with the likes of Taylor Swift, Mariah Carey, and Cardi B.
Nicki has maintained that she’s simply defending herself against people who disrespect her first. Critics argue that the pattern suggests difficulty collaborating with other powerful women. Supporters say she’s protecting her legacy as the original Queen of Rap.
THE LEGACY
Love her or not, Nicki Minaj’s feuds have shaped modern hip-hop culture. From legendary diss tracks to physical altercations, her beefs have generated billions of social media impressions and countless headlines.
Whether she’s defending her throne or stirring up drama, one thing is certain: Nicki Minaj isn’t backing down from anyone, and her feuds have become as much a part of her legacy as her chart-topping hits.
MILEY CYRUS (2015)
Tension arose after Miley made comments about Nicki’s VMA moment with Taylor Swift. The two exchanged words at the VMAs, creating an awkward live TV moment.
TAYLOR SWIFT (2015)
Brief tension over VMA nominations when Nicki tweeted about slim bodies being favored in the industry. Taylor took it personally, but the two quickly resolved it.
TRAVIS SCOTT (2018)
Chart battle over album sales led to accusations of unfair tactics. Nicki felt Travis used bundle deals to beat her to #1.
SAFAREE SAMUELS (2014-Present)
Her ex-boyfriend and former hype man has periodically claimed he wrote her raps, leading to ongoing tension.
THE PATTERN: WHY SO MANY BEEFS?
Throughout her career, the rapper has refused to hold back her tongue against anyone she felt crossed her, beefing with the likes of Taylor Swift, Mariah Carey, and Cardi B.
Nicki has maintained that she’s simply defending herself against people who disrespect her first. Critics argue that the pattern suggests difficulty collaborating with other powerful women. Supporters say she’s protecting her legacy as the original Queen of Rap.
THE LEGACY
Love her or not, Nicki Minaj’s feuds have shaped modern hip-hop culture. From legendary diss tracks to physical altercations, her beefs have generated billions of social media impressions and countless headlines.
Whether she’s defending her throne or stirring up drama, one thing is certain: Nicki Minaj isn’t backing down from anyone, and her feuds have become as much a part of her legacy as her chart-topping hits.
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