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Nicki Minaj VS Latto? What Really Happened

Updated 6/2/23 12:02AM • ThatBarbDre

Many individuals on social media lack a comprehensive understanding of the intricate dynamics surrounding the interactions between Nicki Minaj, Mulatto, and The Recording Academy. Nicki Minaj's ongoing dispute primarily revolves around her dissatisfaction with the Grammy Awards and their questionable practices. Here is a condensed account of the events as they were presented to the public:

To provide context, the unfortunate passing of Whitney Houston on February 12th, 2012, coincided with the 54th Annual Grammy Awards. despite having already observed, curated, and approved Nicki Minaj's ENTIRE performance, set design, and song choice ("Roman Holiday") beforehand. The performance was intended as a satirical homage to the film "The Exorcist." Adding insult to injury, Minaj had actively promoted the 54th Annual Show alongside esteemed artists CeeLo Green and LL Cool J, both in commercials and on various social media platforms, thereby contributing significantly to the show's remarkable viewership of over 39 Million, making it the most-watched Ceremony in Academy Award History since Out-Viewing 1985’s 37 Million. Despite all of the good press, producers conveyed their explicit refusal for Minaj's participation, for their underlined reason, while she personally attests to having been informed that "if you go out there, you will never win a Grammy."

The producers explicitly conveyed to Minaj that they did not want her to perform and even warned her that doing so would permanently hinder her chances of winning a Grammy. Nonetheless, Minaj defied their discouragement and delivered a breathtakingly iconic performance characterized by theatrical brilliance and pristine vocal execution (it is worth noting that her microphone was indeed switched on).

Subsequently, following Minaj's performance, the highly coveted Best New Artist Award was scheduled to be announced. Despite being poised to receive this accolade, it was instead awarded to 'Bon Iver,' a band. Since that moment, Nicki Minaj has faced a form of professional isolation within the industry, commonly referred to as being "blackballed." This incident quickly highlighted the fact that the Grammy Awards prioritize catering to the ego of the Grammy board rather than recognizing true excellence.

Shifting focus to Mulatto, she has repeatedly asserted through various videos and Twitter posts that her song "Big Energy" falls within the pop genre. However, the Grammys categorically placed it within the rap category. While Mulatto remained silent on this matter, it was only when Nicki Minaj noticed her own song being moved from the rap category to pop that she spoke up. This discrepancy was particularly glaring since Mulatto's song exhibited more pop elements than "Super Freaky Girl," a track among the rap category's contenders at that time. The decision to move both songs to the pop category would have been the logical and equitable choice. Therefore, Nicki Minaj demanded fairness regarding the reclassification of her own song.

An unmistakable instance of the Grammy Awards' apparent manipulation became evident when the Rick James sample used in Nicki Minaj's "Super Freaky Girl" was nominated for and won a Grammy in the R&B and rock categories. This raises the question: What attributes of Nicki Minaj's version deem it as pop? The answer seems to suggest strategic bias, as her rap song would not have fared favorably against the other genuine pop contenders. The crux of Nicki's grievances lies in the fact that her work was consistently misaligned with the appropriate category.

Nicki Minaj publicly expressed her concerns on Twitter, urging Latto to voice her own objections. Unfortunately, Latto opted to remain silent, possibly due to Nicki declining a collaboration on "Big Energy." Latto perceived unfavorable energy surrounding Nicki's rejection of the records she had sent, leading to her decision not to speak up. This silence prompted Nicki to expose the situation on Twitter, prompting Latto to reveal a recorded call that contributed to her belief that Nicki held negative sentiments towards her. In reality, it was a mere disagreement rather than a personal grudge. “Idol turned Rival” is how Mulatto Referred to Nicki but after Careful analysis the evidence suggests that Latto harbored a deliberate intention to engage in a conflict with Nicki Minaj as soon as the opportunity presented itself. Attentive listeners can discern the subtle sound of pages turning during Latto's recorded call, indicating that she was, in fact, reading from a prepared script. This premeditated action serves to underscore her calculated desire to initiate a feud.

And now, Mulatto has joined forces with Cardi B in a collaboration on the track 'Put It On The Floor Again', which is nothing more than a strategic move to Clout and War on Nicki Minaj. Cardi strategically cultivates the notion of her indispensability, positioning herself as a necessary presence for the sustained relevance of other celebrities. By appearing alongside other female rappers, she aims to show support and give them a platform. However, 'Put It on the Floor' failed to make any real impact despite a StationHead Streaming Party she & Mulatto Hosted with 4K people in attendance, the fact that 2 men wrote both of their verses, & it was performed at multiple Festivals & Events like Coachella & SummerJam. This raises the question: What can Cardi B do to achieve success? This is where the true power of 'Tomorrow' emerges, thanks to Glorilla. It's worth noting the fate of 'Hot Shit,' a collaboration with Lil Durk and Kanye West. Was an all out failure on the charts and in the streets. In contrast, Despite the undeniable street anthem status of 'New Body,' Kanye couldn't bring himself to release another song where Nicki outshines him.

In conclusion, a nuanced examination of the situation reveals the calculated nature of Latto's intentions, Cardi B's strategic maneuvers, and the intricate dynamics surrounding the success and failure surrounding Nicki Minaj & the Grammys. By delving into these intricacies, we gain a deeper understanding of the underlying motivations and strategies at play within the realm of contemporary music.