NICKI MINAJ
Current Rank: 26
Previous Rank: 16
Nicki Minaj is not definable, which is perhaps one of the most powerful aspects of her budding career. From vicious punchlines to Moscato wine, this power lady has done it all. This year has proven to be profitable for Nicki. She served as an American Idol judge, starred in a film alongside Cameron Diaz, and launched Myx, a Moscato wine. This summer was packed to the brim with Nicki Minaj collaborations, with art- ists such as French Montana, Chris Brown, Ciara, Wale, and Busta Rhymes recruiting the Cash Money Queen for features. Nicki also grabbed the BET Award for Best Female Hip-Hop Artist for the fourth consecutive year. Whether you love her or hate her, you have to respect the hustle! —Salvatore DiBenedetto
