Foxy Brown, one of Nicki Minaj’s biggest influences, recently celebrated Minaj’s record-breaking success on social media. The Brooklyn-born rap icon expressed her pride after Minaj scored her third No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 with Pink Friday 2, breaking Foxy’s previous record of two No. 1 albums. This significant milestone is a testament to Minaj’s impact on the music industry and the influence she’s garnered from trailblazers like Brown.
Foxy Brown’s Heartfelt Reaction
On December 17, Foxy took to her Instagram Story to show her support for Minaj. “Umm sir! Only Nic could break tha king’s record,” she wrote, referring to her own long-standing achievement, and hinted at her own comeback with a “3rd #1 record dropping 2024.” For nearly 26 years, Foxy held the record with her two No. 1 albums—The Firm: The Album (1997) and Chyna Doll (1999). She acknowledged the longevity of her record with pride, stating, “26 year record is brazy tho. Y’all mean to tell me no bitch broke that shit in my absence! Took twin to set tha bar again!”
Nicki Minaj’s Admiration for Foxy Brown
Nicki Minaj has always been vocal about Foxy’s influence on her career. She often cites Brown as being “ahead of her time” and “the most influential female rapper to me.” The two artists have a bond that goes beyond admiration; in 2008, Minaj paid homage by rapping over a Foxy beat on her mixtape Sucka Free, and they eventually collaborated a decade later. This collaboration marked the first time Minaj shared a song with another female rapper, further solidifying their mutual respect and influence on each other.
Pink Friday 2 Sets Multiple Records
Minaj’s Pink Friday 2 did more than secure a No. 1 spot—it set a variety of impressive records in 2023. The album’s first-week sales reached 228,000 equivalent units, making it the highest tally for a Hip Hop/R&B album by a female artist in 2023 and the best-selling album by a female rapper in the 2020s. Additionally, Pink Friday 2 sold 25,000 vinyl copies, setting a new record for the most vinyl albums sold by a female rapper since Luminate began tracking this data in 1991.
What’s Next for Foxy Brown?
Foxy’s reference to a “3rd #1 record dropping 2024” has fans excited about a potential new project from the rapper, who has not released a full-length album since Broken Silence in 2001. Although she faced challenges due to significant hearing loss in 2005, Foxy’s hint at a comeback suggests that she may soon return to music.
With Foxy cheering her on, Minaj’s achievements continue to elevate the status of women in hip-hop. The support between these two influential artists highlights the importance of recognizing those who paved the way while celebrating the new milestones that redefine the genre.
