Nicki Minaj Announces Release Date For Highly Anticipated Upcoming Album ‘Pink Friday 2’
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On Thursday, Nicki Minaj took to her social media to reveal the long-awaited details about her upcoming album and tour. After facing delays, the rap queen delighted her devoted Barbz by confirming the release date for her fifth studio album, titled Pink Friday 2.
Nicki Minaj Announces Release Date Pink Friday 2
Minaj’s first album in five years, Pink Friday 2, will be dropping on November 17, 2023. This date holds particular significance as it marks the thirteenth anniversary of the original Pink Friday 2‘s release, a record that solidified Nicki’s position as a trailblazer in the music industry.
Fans can’t contain their enthusiasm for Pink Friday 2 as Nicki has promised that they will love the album. The anticipation is palpable, especially considering the impact her first Pink Friday had, featuring hits like “Super Bass,” “Blazin,” and “Here I Am.”
Although Nicki has yet to unveil the official track list for Pink Friday 2, her assurance that it will be a banger has fans eagerly speculating about what surprises she has in store. While waiting for the announcement, Barbz is relishing the memories of Pink Friday‘s original tracklist, which included chart-toppers like “Moment 4 Life” featuring Drake, “Fly” featuring Rihanna, and “Super Bass.”
Aside from the album news, Minaj made the day even more exciting by confirming a tour that will accompany Pink Friday 2. The rap icon assured fans that she will kick off the tour around the first quarter of 2024, although specific tour dates and venues are yet to be revealed.
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— Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) July 26, 2023
Nicki Minaj Hypes Up The Release On Instagram
As the November release date for Pink Friday 2 draws nearer, anticipation among Minaj’s fans continues to reach new heights. The 40-year-old rap sensation recently took to her Instagram story on Wednesday to further hype up the album’s upcoming release.
Adding a touch of mystery to her Instagram story, Minaj included a cryptic message that sent fans into a whirlwind of speculation. While some fans immediately thought this might be a lyric tease from one of the album’s tracks, it is actually a reference to the 1995 song “Fowl Affair” by Silver Cat. Nonetheless, the intriguing message sparked curiosity and rumors about potential song samples or inspirations from the classic dancehall track on Minaj’s new album.
Despite the months-long wait since the initial announcement, Minaj’s dedicated fanbase, affectionately known as Barbz, are already buzzing with excitement over the upcoming release. On Twitter, one enthusiastic fan expressed their unwavering support, stating, “We will be buying and streaming for mother,” a sentiment echoed by countless others.
