Nicki Minaj did not have an easy start to life. Born Onika Tanya Maraj in Queens, New York, her father was an abusive drug addict and alcoholic. She escaped her troubling situation by creating a fantasy world in her head. In this, she formed imaginary personas for herself, thus forming her current name.
Minaj strived for the strength that her mother never had and a successful career with which she could help her family. Her talent became obvious throughout her younger years; she wrote her first rap song when she was only twelve years old and actively participated in LaGuardia High School’s drama department. Later, she became a backup singer for local rappers and started writing her own stuff.
Discovered on MySpace, she was quickly signed and rose high on the charts. In 2010, seven of her songs landed on Billboard’s Hot 100 and she won Best Hip-Hop Female at the BET Awards. Her single “Your Love” became a huge hit. Whatever this young artist comes up with next, it’s sure to be a huge success.
By Alexis Brenner
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