Nicki Minaj is embracing the attention and praise surrounding her latest single “Seeing Green” and the re-release of her 2009 mixtape Beam Me Up Scotty. The multi-platinum rapper has been active on social media, connecting with fans and sharing her thoughts, including an admission about her performance on the track.
On May 15, a fan shared a graphic featuring standout lyrics from the song, highlighting Nicki’s verses alongside her Young Money collaborators, Drake and Lil Wayne. When asked by the fan about her favorite line, Nicki replied, “Way too many,” but also made a candid admission about her role in the collaboration.
Nicki’s Candid Moment
In an honest moment, Nicki Minaj revealed, “All I know is that they washed me on #SeeingGreen. I’m a woman enough to admit when I’ve been washed on a track by the Greats. And it’s ok #Barbz, I’ve washed them b4. We’ll live through this one. I was still a lil rusty. I washed them in my head on #Fractions.”
This humble reflection came after the trio’s first collaboration since their 2017 hit “No Frauds.” While Nicki’s verse was widely praised, she acknowledged that Drake and Lil Wayne outshone her on “Seeing Green”. However, Nicki made it clear that in her head, she had come out on top in the past, particularly referencing her performance on “Fractions,” another track from the Beam Me Up Scotty re-release.
The “Seeing Green” Legacy
“Seeing Green” marked another successful reunion for the Young Money supergroup. Outside of their early collaborations like the 2009 album We Are Young Money, and tracks like 2014’s “Only” and 2015’s “Truffle Butter,” the trio’s chemistry remains undeniable. The track not only highlights their lyrical prowess but also their continued influence in the rap world, proving they still have the magic after years in the game.
Addressing Allegations
During her time on Instagram Live, Nicki Minaj also took a moment to address recent allegations made by Azealia Banks about her possible cocaine use. In a direct response, Nicki clarified, “I don’t know if it’s just me, but I wouldn’t be embarrassed about any fking drugs I did. That’s why I talk about the muthafkin’ drugs I do in my muthafkin’ music. Always have, always fking will. If I’m off ’em, I’m off ’em, child.”
However, she was quick to refute any accusations, saying, “I have never, ever in my life with my hands on Jesus Christ — and y’all know how I feel about my Lord and Savior — never in my life, ever, not even once sniffed coke. Ever.” Nicki Minaj’s openness and self-awareness only add to her multifaceted persona, showing that even the most successful stars have their moments of vulnerability.
