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Queen (Nicki Minaj Album)
''Queen'' is the fourth studio album by rapper Nicki Minaj. It was released on August 10, 2018, through Young Money Entertainment, Cash Money Records and Republic Records. It is Minaj's first album in nearly four years, following ''The Pinkprint'' (2014). She started recording the album in late 2016 and finished in August 2018 and collaborated with a handful of producers to reach her desired sound. It features guest appearances by rappers Eminem, Foxy Brown, Future, Swae Lee, and Lil Wayne; and singers Ariana Grande, Labrinth, and the Weeknd. The album's release date was delayed before ultimately being released a week ahead of schedule. It was supported by the singles: "Chun-Li", "Bed", "Barbie Dreams" and a remix of " Good Form". To further promote the album's release, Minaj launched her own radio show, titled Queen Radio, which aired on Beats 1, made several television appearances and live performances, and began The Nicki Wrld Tour in February 2019. ''Queen'' received ge ...
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Nicki Minaj
Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (; born December 8, 1982), known professionally as Nicki Minaj ( ), is a Trinidadian-born rapper based in the United States. She is known for her musical versatility, animated flow in her rapping, alter egos and accents. Minaj is regarded as being the most influential female rapper of her generation and has been called the greatest female rapper of the 21st century. Maraj first gained recognition after releasing three mixtapes between 2007 and 2009. Her debut album, ''Pink Friday'' (2010), topped the U.S. ''Billboard'' 200 chart. Its fifth single, " Super Bass", reached number three on the U.S. ''Billboard'' Hot 100 chart and was certified diamond by the RIAA. Minaj's follow-up album, '' Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded'' (2012) explored dance-pop. The lead single, " Starships", peaked in the top five worldwide. Her third album, ''The Pinkprint'' (2014) explored more personal topics and marked a return to her hip hop roots. Its second single, "Anaconda ...
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J Beatzz
Joshua Adams, professionally known as J Beatzz, is an American hip hop record producer. He produced American rapper Travis Scott's album '' Astroworld'', which was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2019 for Best Rap Album. Early life Joshua Adams was born in Hartford, Connecticut, United States, and raised in New London, Connecticut. In 2006, he graduated from Full Sail University where he studied audio engineering. After graduation, he moved to Atlanta, Georgia, where he began working with Big Boi of Outkast at Stankonia Studios. Career In 2010, J Beatzz received his first placement contributing to Big Boi of Outkast solo hit album, '' Sir Luscious Left Foot'', producing the record "General Patton". The record was featured and revamped during the NFL Playoffs in 2011. J Beatzz contributed to Travis Scott third studio album '' Astroworld'' producing "Stop Trying To Be God". ''Astroworld'' was nominated for Best Rap Album at the 2019 Grammy Awards. ''Astroworld'' is certifi ...
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Bed (Nicki Minaj Song)
"Bed" is a song by Trinidadian-American rapper Nicki Minaj from her fourth studio album, ''Queen'' (2018). It was released as the third song and second official single from the album following "Chun-Li" and "Barbie Tingz" on June 14, 2018, by Young Money Entertainment and Cash Money Records. The song was produced by Ben Billions, Beats Bailey, Supa Dups, and Messy; and features guest vocals by American singer Ariana Grande. It marks the fourth collaboration between the two. Commercially, the song peaked at number 42 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100, as well as reached the top 20 in Australia, Scotland, and the United Kingdom. Background and release Minaj and Grande collaborated on "Bang Bang" and "Get On Your Knees" in 2014. Ariana Grande released "Side to Side" featuring Nicki Minaj as the third single of her studio album ''Dangerous Woman'' (2016). It peaked at number four on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100, becoming her first top-five single from the album in the chart. In May 2 ...
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Chun-Li (song)
"Chun-Li" is a song by rapper Nicki Minaj from her fourth studio album, ''Queen'' (2018), released on April 12, 2018, by Young Money Entertainment and Cash Money Records as the lead single from the album. It was solely written by Minaj and produced by Jeremy Reid. According to Minaj, Reid's name was added to the writing credits for adlibs and production. Commercially, the song peaked at number 10 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100, reached the top 20 in Canada, and the top 30 in the United Kingdom. The song won the award for Best Hip-Hop Video at the 2018 MTV Video Music Awards. Background and release In March 2017, Minaj released a three-single pack that included "Changed It" with Lil Wayne, "No Frauds" with Drake and Wayne, and "Regret in Your Tears", intended as lead singles for ''Queen'' but eventually did not make the final cut. On April 10, 2018, Minaj announced on Instagram that she would be releasing two new songs: "Barbie Tingz" and "Chun-Li" on April 12, and also posted ...
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Volume 1
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The Pinkprint
''The Pinkprint'' is the third studio album by rapper Nicki Minaj, released on December 15, 2014, by Young Money Entertainment, Cash Money Records and Republic Records. Minaj co-executive-produced the album alongside Birdman, Lil Wayne and Ronald Williams, with a variety of producers who produced the album's sound. Looking to depart from the dance-pop elements of her second studio album, '' Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded'' (2012), ''The Pinkprint'' is a follow-up record influenced by her traditional hip hop beginnings. Upon its release, ''The Pinkprint'' received generally positive reviews from music critics, with many of them praising its production and personal lyrics. Among best of the decade lists, it landed 166 on ''Pitchfork'' and 60 on ''Rolling Stone''. The album reached number two on the US ''Billboard'' 200 with 244,000 album-equivalent units in its first week, of which 198,000 were pure sales. In the United Kingdom, ''The Pinkprint'' opened at number 22 on the UK Album ...
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Zaytoven
Xavier Lamar Dotson (born January 12, 1980), professionally known as Zaytoven, is an American trap music record producer, disc jockey, and keyboardist from Atlanta, Georgia. He has released collaborative projects with artists including Gucci Mane, Usher, Future, Young Dolph, Migos, Lecrae, Lil Yachty, Chief Keef, Young Scooter, B.o.B, Boosie Badazz, Waka Flocka Flame, Jack Harlow and Deitrick Haddon. Zaytoven signed a deal with friend/rap star Gucci Mane to become 1017 Brick Squad's in-house producer & Then went on to win a Grammy Award in 2011 for his contribution to Usher's ''Raymond v. Raymond'' album, as a co-producer and writer for the single " Papers" along with Sean Garrett. Early life Zaytoven spent a lot of time at church growing up, as his father was a preacher when not working for the Army. He learned to play instruments through the church bands along with his three younger siblings. He gravitated toward playing the piano and organ. Zaytoven was introduced to rap i ...
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Supa Dups
Dwayne Chin-Quee, better known as Supa Dups, is a Jamaican record producer, a drummer, and selector based in Miami, Florida. He is a member of the Black Chiney sound system. His father is a second generation Chinese Jamaican, and his mother is of Hakka Chinese, German, and African descent. Biography In 2004, Supa Dups appeared on Nina Sky's album by producing their hit record 'Turnin' Me On'. Later that year he appeared on Beenie Man & Capleton's albums. In 2005, his releases only increased as he produced on Akon's album, David Banner's album, Rihanna's album & Pitbull's album. He then went on to produce 2 singles off of Collie Buddz' album, followed by Estelle's single 'Come Over' ft. Sean Paul. In 2008 he produced multiple songs on John Legend's album and Kardinal Offishall's album. He went on to produce Mary J. Blige's worldwide single 'Each Tear' that charted around the world, with remixes in many different countries. He appeared on Bruno Mars' album 'Doo-Wops & Hooliga ...
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Sevn Thomas
Rupert "Sevn" Thomas, Jr. (born July 7, 1991) is a Canadian record producer, songwriter and singer. He has produced and written numerous hit songs including Rihanna's "Work", Drake's "Pop Style" and "Chicago Freestyle," Travis Scott's " Wake Up", Nicki Minaj's "Run & Hide", Giveon's "Heartbreak Anniversary", and numerous others. He also released a 2014 instrumental EP entitled ''Hidden Hand''. As a youth, he performed as a singer under the stage name Suga Prince. Early life Rupert Thomas, Jr. was born and raised in the Scarborough district of Toronto, Ontario. His parents were born in Jamaica. They both had their own sound systems (Lover's Choice and Love Choice International) and would often hold parties in their basement. Dancehall artist, Rappa Robert, is Thomas' uncle who would take him to studio sessions in Jamaica, including at UB40's studio. In grade 5, Thomas began making beats on a Korg Triton and in 2002, at ten years old, he released a single called "Too Young for Lo ...
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Rashad Smith (producer)
Burton Rashad "Ringo" Smith (born September 28, 1972) is an American hip hop and R&B record producer. He was born in England and raised in Brooklyn, New York City, United States, in a Jamaican and Haitian family. Rashad grew up alongside notable hip hop artists such as Mos Def, Busta Rhymes, Q-Tip, among others. At the age of 19, he provided beats to Main Source, Eric B and Rakim and A Tribe Called Quest. He proceeded further into the music business by working directly with Andre Harrell at the newly minted Uptown Records. While at Uptown, Rashad met session keyboardist Avon Marshell with whom he formed Tumblin Dice. The duo went on to produce for Uptown's biggest artist's, including Mary J. Blige and Jodeci's early albums. Tumblin Dice would go on to become resident producers for the recently formed Bad Boy Records, after Sean "Puffy" Combs requested Rashad join his production team The Hitmen. During this time, Rashad produced chart topping hits. Rashad continued his char ...
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Murda Beatz
Shane Lee Lindstrom (born February 11, 1994), known professionally as Murda Beatz, is a Canadian record producer. He has produced hit singles like " Butterfly Effect" by Travis Scott, "Back on Road" by Gucci Mane, "Nice for What" by Drake, "Motorsport" by Migos, and " Fefe", which was a collaboration between Murda, 6ix9ine, and Nicki Minaj. In 2019, he released a single "Shopping Spree" featuring Lil Pump and Sheck Wes. Early life and career Lindstrom was raised in Fort Erie, Ontario, near Buffalo in a musical household and played drums as a child. He began producing beats at age 17 when he was still in high school using FL Studio after leaving his drumset at friend Pluto Hann's house. He chose his stage name "Murda Beatz" to promote his music on YouTube. When he turned 18, he moved to Chicago, and later worked with Chief Keef and Lil Durk. Lindstrom stated that he met most of his early artists through social media and mutual friends. Eventually, he connected with Atlanta rap g ...
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