Nicki Minaj Surpasses Jay-Z to Become 6th Longest-Charting Rapper of All Time
Nicki Minaj continues to rewrite the record books, surpassing JAY-Z to secure the sixth spot among the longest-charting rappers of all time, according to ChartData and Billboard.
With her music charting for a cumulative 1,945 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200, Minaj joins an elite group of artists, including Drake, Lil Wayne, Eminem, Kanye West, and Future, with more consecutive chart placements. Notably, she holds the distinction of being the longest-charting female rapper on this prestigious list.
Celebrating this achievement alongside another milestone, Minaj announced the overwhelming success of her upcoming Pink Friday 2 Tour. The tour, set to kick off soon, has already become her best-selling trek to date, with over 25 sold-out arena shows within days of presale.
Sharing a screenshot of a Live Nation press release on her Instagram Stories, Minaj expressed her gratitude and excitement for the tour’s reception, particularly highlighting the massive support from her home state. The tour’s North American leg is set to commence on March 1 in Oakland, with stops in major cities including Los Angeles, New Orleans, Atlanta, and New York City.
Monica, who features on the deluxe edition of Minaj’s Pink Friday 2 album, will join her as a special guest on the North American leg. The R&B singer, acknowledging Minaj’s influence on her career, expressed her excitement for the tour during an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, emphasizing their shared musical journey.
As anticipation builds for the Pink Friday 2 Tour, fans eagerly await Minaj’s electrifying performances, which promise to deliver unforgettable experiences across North America and Europe, solidifying her status as one of the most influential figures in contemporary music.
