Nicki Minaj is supposed to be performing at the 2023 iHeart Radio Jingle Ball. However, the Queen of Rap sent everyone on edge when she announced a piece of saddening news.
The announcement seemed to be rooted in the fact that her upcoming album, "Pink Friday 2," will only be released next weekend, Dec. 8, 2023.
Why Did Nicki Minaj Canceled In Jingle Ball Chicago 2023?
In a post on Twitter/X, Nicki Minaj shared that she wouldn't be performing on her scheduled Jingle Ball Chicago headlining act.
"Hi guys, I have to tell you something. One last thing. Hope it doesn't make you sad," she warned her fans. "I won't be able to perform tmrw in #Chicago for Jingle Ball. I was so excited to see you guys. Pls accept my sincerest apologies. I'll make it up to you on the Chicago stops of my tour early next year. Details to come."
In the same post, she promised her fans that she would be making up to them on her Chicago stops on her "Pink Friday 2" tour next year.
Who Will Replace Nicki Minaj In Jingle Ball Chicago 2023?
As Nicki Minaj announced that she would no longer be performing at the iHeartRadio Jingle Bell 2023, she enlisted someone to replace her for the said lineup.
"My beloved brother/boss stepped up for me so that I wouldn't have to push my album back. His name is Lil Wayne AKA the GOAT. He will perform tmrw @ the Chicago show," she announced.
Despite the cancellation, Minaj also promised that she would be performing at the Atlanta Jingle Ball 2023 on Dec. 14, 2023, and the Miami Jingle Ball on Dec. 16, 2023.
The Barbz have mixed emotions about the announcement. Some were dismayed that Minaj announced it at the last minute, while some understood the possible reason why.
Some fans pointed out that it would probably be best that Minaj would perform only after her highly-anticipated album, "Pink Friday 2," is released.
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Nicki Minaj 'Pink Friday 2' Album Release Date
Minaj has been constantly teasing her upcoming album, "Pink Friday 2," on her social media accounts.
In a question and answer portion on Twitter, Minaj revealed that she has written around 60 songs for the said album.
Detailing the first track of the album, Minaj said that it took her "months" which was "closer to a year"
"You'll hear me say the date that I wrote the 2nd verse of the song. ON the song. It's the best. My absolute best intro. Imo. someone added their genius touch to it. Magic," she further teased.
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