Nicki Minaj Unleashes New Single 'Freedom'

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There is no doubt that Nicki Minaj is at the top of her career with a new album soon to hit the market and collaborations here and there with various big music artists. That said, the setting could not be more appropriate for the release of the rapper's new track, "Freedom", from her "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded - The Re-Up".

In the song, Minaj looks back at the start of her crazy dive into the world of music and sends her gratitude to people who have helped her move things up to where they are now. However, the 29-year old "Super Bass" hitmaker also doesn't fail to lash out at her critics and anyone who tried to put her down.

"I feel free / I feel freedom / Why they mad? / You should see them. It's crazy in here," laments Minaj in the track's chorus. The Boi-1da-produced single also declares Minaj's career as the "Pinkprint", which she also sings about on the chorus.

Setting aside the hard-hitting and sometimes boastful rhymes Minaj spits out in the rap, "Freedom" actually has a very nice tempo and presents the rapper's great vocals. It is expected to play its rounds in both pop and hip hop radio.

"Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded - The Re-Up" is available in stores on November 19 and can be purchased as a digital download on iTunes.

Nicki Minaj Reveals Cover Art of 'Pink Friday Roman Reloaded: The Re-Up'

Nicki Minaj gives a first look at the front page of her upcoming CD "Pink Friday Roman Reloaded: The Re-Up". In the official cover art, the female rapper rocks wild curly hair and gives the camera her fierce glare.

"lol that face matches the lyrics on the reup to a T!!!! lmao, wait til u hear it...u'll completely get it," Nicki tweeted. Hours later the Harajuku Barbie teased her loyal devotees, "uh oh...the barbz have a BIG surprise cmng tmrw."

The new female judge of "American Idol" is gearing up to release the new repackaged album in the United States on November 19. The femcee is additionally preparing to release a music video for her newest single "I Am Your Leader".

While promoting her music, Nicki is busy with her judging stint on the singing competition. The Young Money first lady is joined by two other new judges Keith Urban and Mariah Carey, in addition to original judge Randy Jackson.

Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj Laugh Off 'American Idol' Feud Rumor

Just a day after filming "American Idol" season 12, Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj were hit with rumor that they were fighting on the set. Speaking to reporters at a press conference in New York on Monday, September 17, the pop/soul diva squashed off the report.

"How are we gonna feud in two days? I think a feud takes a little longer," Mariah said, which was responded with a burst of laughter by other "Idol" judges, including Nicki herself. The wife of Nick Cannon added, "It's fun, it's music, it's singing, it's laughter."

The Young Money raptress, meanwhile, claimed "it's wonderful" to be on the show so far. Randy Jackson chimed in, "We're having fun, dude. We've been having a good time. There has been a lot of laughs."

If there's a tension, Ryan Seacrest jokingly said it's between him and the remaining original judge. "Randy will not share his mirror, and I've never seen that side of him before," the host enthused. "It's causing friction between you and I."

The alleged feud between Mariah and Nicki was first reported by TMZ. The site said the former interrupted the later many times when the Harajuku Barbie criticized contestants during the Sunday auditions, and the "Starships" hitmaker fought back each time. A source additionally gushed, "These girls just don't like each other."

Nicki Minaj Raps About 'Voting for Mitt Romney' in Lil Wayne's 'Dedication 4'

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The Twitterverse is talking about one line rapped by "Superbass" femcee Nicki Minaj in Lil Wayne's "Dedication 4" mixtape which was released Monday, September 3. The line goes, "I'm a republican voting for Mitt Romney. You lazy b****** are f****** up the economy."

The political lyrics appear in song "Mercy" produced by Kanye West, a well-known supporter of the Democrats. The Kim Kardashian boyfriend even attended the 2008 Democratic National Convention held in Denver to support then presidential candidate, now President of the United States, Barack Obama.

Although there are still no words coming from Minaj's people as to whether or not the line on the fifth track of the mixtape expresses her personal preference, people already knew there were hints that the "Starship" rapstress had frustrations about America's current health care.

Minaj showed disappointment with the system after there was news that actress Yvette Wilson who battled Stage 4 cervical cancer was in dire need of help to pay her medical bills and transportation costs. On the night the actress died, June 15 this year, the rapper tweeted, "That should be a God given right! Even with Obama Care, too much involved. Just give FREE health care to all. @barackobama What can we do?"

She then followed it up with, "@BarackObama I wouldn't mind the millions they took if it was going to healthcare. Why should a poor person struggle to pay for MEDS sir?"

Video Premiere: Nicki Minaj's 'I Am Your Leader'

Prolific and out-of-the-ordinary artist Nicki Minaj is offering her latest video "I Am Your Leader" featuring Rick Ross and Cam'ron. The single is taken from her sophomore album entitled "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded".

Directed by Collin Tilley, the music video has an outlandish style like that of Tim Burton's which corresponds with Minaj's odd looks. Meanwhile, rappers Rick Ross and Cam'ron do a good job playing along with the femcee. Together, they knock the whole music video segment.

In this video, badass gurl Minaj rocks with her green hairdo and tight black leather suit. Performing the song in a vibrant-colored room, she's giving out pink as the new goth fashion. B****y as she looks, she manages to show the world that she's definitely one of the leaders and pop icons of 2012.

The music video is not offensive although it includes a sexist and bathtub scenario. Director Tilley handles the entire video production with modesty and proficient for viewing, allowing younger fans of Minaj's to appreciate this kind of treatment.

Nicki Minaj's "I Am Your Leader" Music Video Feat. Camron & Rick Ross

Report: Nicki Minaj Will Definitely Do 'American Idol'

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Nicki Minaj is reportedly only inches away from signing up for "American Idol". Words on the street are, she will highly likely join Mariah Carey on the judging panel for the upcoming twelfth installment of the veteran singing competition.

"I'm not sure the deal is completely done yet, but yes, she is definitely doing it. A few more slight things to sign off on but it is happening," an insider tells Us Weekly. Another source says a similar thing, "100% confirmed to judge American Idol."

FOX has not released any comment on Minaj's alleged involvement.

Previously, The Hollywood Reporter said the producers might find some troubles in bringing her to the show since the Young Money femcee is the new face of Pepsi, which is a longtime rival of "Idol" sponsor Coke. The site also claimed that the judge line-up will include a country star and a Latin artist, with Keith Urban and Enrique Iglesias as the frontrunners.

The new season of "American Idol" will begin airing on FOX in early 2013 with Ryan Seacrest returning as the host. Nick Jonas confirmed he was in the running of becoming one of the new judges, but it hasn't been made official just yet.

Big Sean, Pusha T, Tyga and Nicki Minaj Weigh In on Chris Brown and Drake Fight

Almost a month after Chris Brown and Drake were involved in a nasty bar brawl, fellow stars like Big Sean, Pusha T, Tyga and Nicki Minaj spoke up about the two love rivals' altercation and offered their opinion on that matter. The male rappers are good pals of Breezy, while Minaj is the labelmate of Drizzy and Tyga.

Being in the same label with Drizzy and befriending Breezy, the "Rack City" hitmaker refused to take side in the beef. "Nobody wants to see them beef," he told MTV News on the red carpet for 2012 BET Awards over the weekend. "They both make great music, they're both talented, but at the end of the day, as men, they have to figure out what they want to do."

The 22-year-old Young Money/Cash Money rhymer continued sharing his thoughts, "Chris is my brother, Drake is family too, so it's like at the end of the day, they gotta handle that like men." He elaborated his statement further, "It's like nobody else can mediate that, and it's like that's how it goes sometimes."

On the other hand, Pusha T who is signed to Kanye West's G.O.O.D Music weighed in on Breezy's Drizzy-dissing freestyle over Chief Keef's song "I Don't Like". He came to his buddy's defense, "Chris is so artistic, man. He's just a free spirit, so you just gotta like it and accept it for what it is. Lyrically, I think he gets busy. He's a writer."

Pusha's labelmate Sean, meanwhile, urged both parties to end the beef. "Hopefully they get it resolved, honestly, man. People ain't got no time for no beef," he said. "People ain't got no time to be beefin'. We workin' too hard for our fam, for our kids, our unborn kids to have a bright future. Nobody got no time for that." He added, "I'm real good friends with Chris. I'mma make sure I tell him that to his face."

Minaj, who is entangled in a beef with Lil' Kim herself, also didn't condone the fight. "I don't approve of talented people doing things that aren't conducive to an amazing career," the female rapper said as quoted by BET. "I spoke to Drake, and I told him from the bottom of my heart how I felt. I'm like, 'Baby, you are a superstar, and I need you to realize that'."

Despite lots of rumors that swirled around, the Young Money first lady was adamant her labelmate was innocent in the scuffle. "He did nothing wrong, of course. Rumors are rumors, and that's what it is," she stated. "Sometimes, you just need to go to bed. Go to the hotel and have an early nap. There's nothing wrong with that."

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