Nicki Minaj is once again letting it be known that she moves on her own terms. The rap icon recently opened up about why she turned down an invitation from the Recording Academy to become a member, delivering a sharp response that has her fans rallying behind her.
During a live session on Stationhead, Nicki shared that the offer came around the release of her long awaited Pink Friday 2 album. While she appreciated the gesture, she made it clear that accepting would not sit right with her.
“I thought it was kind of them to try. Why would I be sitting on the board if I don’t have a Grammy?” she said.
She further explained, “My integrity wouldn’t allow me to accept it.”
In case you missed the vibe, for years, Nicki has called out the Recording Academy over what many believe is a long standing disregard for her contributions to music. Despite her cultural impact and chart dominance, the Queens-born lyricist has yet to secure a Grammy win. Her fans, affectionately known as the Barbz, have consistently stood by her, arguing that the lack of recognition says more about the system than the music.
In her eyes, the timing of the invitation was off and the logic behind it felt disconnected. “It made absolutely no sense,” she stated.
Nicki’s decision is being praised as another example of her refusing to play by industry rules that don’t serve her or reflect her worth. Her stance, like her bars, remains bold, unwavering and unapologetic.