List of songs recorded by Nicki Minaj
Trinidadian rapper Nicki Minaj has recorded songs for three studio albums, one re-issue and three mixtapes, some of which were collaborations with other performers.[note 1] Her debut album, Pink Friday, was released in November 2010.[1] "Your Love" was released as the lead single; it contains a sample of British singer-songwriter Annie Lennox's song "No More I Love You's".[2] Minaj wrote the songs "Roman's Revenge" (which features American rapper Eminem) and "Here I Am" in collaboration with producer Swizz Beatz.[3] "Roman's Revenge" references both artists' alter-egos, Roman Zolanski for Minaj and Slim Shady for Eminem.[4] She co-wrote the song "Did It On'em" with Grammy Award-winning American producer Bangladesh, alongside Justin Ellington and Safaree Lloyd Samuels.[3] Minaj and J. R. Rotem worked together on the seventh and eighth single releases "Girls Fall Like Dominoes" and "Fly", which features Bajan recording artist Rihanna.[3] On "Girls Fall Like Dominoes", Minaj raps about how she can steal fans from male artists in the music industry, specifically Lil Wayne and Drake.[5] Rihanna's contribution to the "inspirational" ballad "Fly" was added at Minaj's request, as noted by Jayson Rodriquez writing for MTV News.[6] Andrew "Pop" Wansel and Warren "Oak" Felder co-wrote three tracks with Minaj, including "Your Love", "Save Me" and "Muny".[3]
Minaj released her second studio album, Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded, in April 2012.[7] The lead single, "Starships", is a hybrid of genres, combining Eurodance, Europop and Euro house.[8][9][10][11] It was written by Minaj in collaboration with Wayne Hector and its producers Carl Falk, RedOne and Rami Yacoub. They also wrote the songs "Pound the Alarm", "Whip It" and "Automatic" together.[12] "Pound the Alarm" became her first song as a lead artist to peak at number one on the United States' Hot Dance Club Songs.[13] Minaj reunited with Andrew "Pop" Wansel and Warren "Oak" Felder on the songs "Right by My Side" featuring Chris Brown and "Fire Burns".[12] Critics noted how Minaj sings in addition to rapping on "Right by My Side", and described it as an upbeat take on a downtempo pop ballad.[14][15][16] Minaj wrote the song "Marilyn Monroe" in collaboration with Ross Golan and its producers J. R. Rotem and production team Dreamlab. The American actress Marilyn Monroe is mentioned numerous times throughout the song, and its lyrics are inspired by the famous Monroe quote "I'm selfish, impatient and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I am out of control and at times hard to handle. But if you can't handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell don't deserve me at my best".[17]
In November 2012, the rapper released Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded – The Re-Up, a re-issue of her second studio album.[18] In addition to the songs from Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded, the album includes an additional seven new songs recorded by Minaj. "Va Va Voom" was included on Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded as a deluxe edition bonus track, but was included on the standard track listing of Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded – The Re-Up and released as a single from both albums. Minaj wrote the song in collaboration with Dr. Luke and Cirkut.[19] "The Boys", a duet with American recording artist Cassie, was released as Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded – The Re-Up's lead single. It combines a fusion of genres including dancehall and folk music.[20] Other featured artists include Parker on "Hell Yeah" and Ciara on "I'm Legit".[19] "High School", which features Lil Wayne, has a running theme of adultery.[21]
Songs
Rihanna (pictured) is a guest vocalist on Minaj's song "
Fly". She is also featured on Rihanna's song "
Raining Men".
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Notes
- ↑ Minaj is credited as a writer by the BMI and in inlay covers of albums as Onika Maraj/Onika Tanya Maraj, her birth name.
- ↑ According to the inlay cover of My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, Minaj is neither credited as a featured artist nor a co-writer of "Dark Fantasy". She is, however, credited with background vocals alongside Justin Vernon (of band Bon Iver).
References
- ↑ "Pink Friday – Nicki Minaj". iTunes Store (US). Apple. November 22, 2010. Retrieved July 25, 2013.
- ↑ Daw, Robbie (May 10, 2010). "Nicki Minaj's Second Single Is The Annie Lennox-Sampling 'Your Love'". Idolator. Spin Media. Retrieved July 25, 2013.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Pink Friday (inlay cover). Nicki Minaj. Cash Money Records, Young Money Entertainment, Universal Republic Records, Universal Motown. 2010. B0052WKZYC.
- ↑ "Nicki Minaj Gets 'Revenge' with Eminem". Rap-Up. Devin Lazerine. October 28, 2010. Retrieved July 25, 2013.
- ↑ "Listen To Nicki Minaj's 'Pink Friday' Bonus Tracks "'Wave Ya Hands' & 'Girls Fall Like Dominoes'". Idolator. Spin Media. November 22, 2010. Retrieved July 25, 2013.
- ↑ Rodriguez, Jayson (November 30, 2010). "Nicki Minaj 'Manifested' Rihanna For 'Fly' Feature, J.R. Rotem Says – Music, Celebrity, Artist News". MTV News. Viacom. Retrieved July 25, 2013.
- ↑ "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded – Nicki Minaj". iTunes Store (US). Apple. April 12, 2010. Retrieved July 25, 2013.
- ↑ George, Kat (February 27, 2012). "Tuned In: Nicki Minaj Performs A Colorful 'Starships' And 'Super Bass' At NBA All Star Game". VH1. Retrieved July 25, 2013.
- ↑ Kennedy, Gerrick D. (February 14, 2012). "Nicki Minaj's 'Starships' reaffirms her pop star aims". Los Angeles Times (Tribune Company). Retrieved July 25, 2013.
- ↑ Sherman, Maria (February 14, 2012). "Nicki Minaj Debuts New Single 'Starships': Listen". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved July 25, 2013.
- ↑ Vena, Joceyln (February 14, 2012). "Nicki Minaj Drops Fist-Pumping 'Starships' Single". MTV News. Viacom. Retrieved February 15, 2012.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded (inlay cover). Nicki Minaj. Cash Money Records, Young Money Entertainment, Universal Republic Records, Universal Motown. 2012.
- ↑ "Nicki Minaj Chart History – Dance Club Songs". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved July 29, 2013.
- ↑ Savvy, Teen (April 8, 2012). "Teen Savvy Blog: Nicki Minaj "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded" Review". Cambio. Retrieved April 8, 2012.
- ↑ Sciarretto, Amy (March 20, 2012). "Nicki Minaj, 'Right By My Side' feat. Chris Brown – Song Review". PopCrush. Townsquare Media. Retrieved April 8, 2012.
- ↑ Baggs, Michael (March 21, 2012). "Nicki Minaj reveals Chris Brown duet – listen now". Gigwise. Giant Digital. Retrieved April 8, 2012.
- ↑ Schillaci, Sophie (February 12, 2012). "Nicki Minaj's Personal 'Marilyn Monroe' Leaks: Listen". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved July 29, 2013.
- ↑ "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded The Re-Up – Nicki Minaj". iTunes Store (US). Apple. November 19, 2010. Retrieved July 29, 2013.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded – The Re-Up (inlay cover). Nicki Minaj. Cash Money Records, Young Money Entertainment, Universal Republic Records. 2012.
- ↑ Levine, Nick (November 27, 2012). "Nicki Minaj Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded – The Re-Up Review". BBC. Retrieved July 29, 2013.
- ↑ Corner, Lewis (November 20, 2012). "Nicki Minaj: 'The Re-Up' – EP review". Digital Spy. Hearst Corporation. Retrieved July 29, 2013.
- ↑ Hit the Lights (inlay cover). Jay Sean. Cash Money Records, Republic Records. 2010.
- ↑ Live from the Kitchen (inlay cover). Yo Gotti. Polo Grounds Music, RCA Records. 2009.
- ↑ "Formula, Vol. 2 - Romeo Santos: Overview: Songs, Reviews, Credits, Awards". Allmusic. Rovi Corporation. Retrieved July 6, 2014.
- ↑ Believe (inlay cover). Justin Bieber. Island, RBMG, Schoolboy. 2012.
- ↑ "Rebel Heart - Madonna". iTunes (UK), Apple Inc. Retrieved December 20, 2014.
- ↑ "Rebel Heart - Madonna". iTunes (US), Apple Inc. Retrieved December 20, 2014.
- ↑ Passion, Pain & Pleasure (inlay cover). Trey Songz. Songbook, Atlantic Records. 2010.
- ↑ "Check it Out (Legal Title)". Broadcast Music. Retrieved June 16, 2013.
- ↑ Turtleneck & Chain (inlay cover). The Lonely Island. Universal Republic Records. 2011.
- ↑ Finally Famous (inlay cover). Big Sean. G.O.O.D., Def Jam. 2011.
- 1 2 My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (inlay cover). Kanye West. Roc-A-Fella Records, Def Jam Recordings. 2010.
- ↑ "Fireball (Legal Title)". Broadcast Music. Retrieved August 15, 2013.
- ↑ Excuse My French (inlay cover). French Montana. Bad Boy Records, Maybach Music Group, Interscope Records. 2013.
- ↑ M.O. (inlay cover). Nelly. Republic Records. 2013.
- ↑ Triple F Life: Fans, Friends & Family (inlay cover). Waka Flocka Flame. 1017 Brick Squad, Brick Squad Monopoly, Asylum, Warner Bros. 2012.
- ↑ Girl on Fire (inlay cover). Alicia Keys. RCA Records. 2012.
- 1 2 MDNA (Liner notes). Madonna. Interscope Records. 2012. B00756GKBA.
- ↑ "Hello Good Morning Remix (Legal Title) BMI Work #12017754". BMI. Retrieved June 20, 2013.
- ↑ "Hello Good Morning (Remix) [feat. Nicki Minaj & Rick Ross] - Single". iTunes Store (US). Apple. June 29, 2010. Retrieved June 20, 2013.
- ↑ Calling All Hearts (inlay cover). Keyshia Cole. Imani Entertainment, Geffen Records. 2010.
- ↑ Ciara (inlay cover). Ciara. Epic Records. 2013.
- ↑ Rebirth (inlay cover). Lil Wayne. Cash Money Records, Young Money Entertainment, Universal Motown. 2010.
- ↑ "Letting Go (Dutty Love) (Legal Title) BMI Work #11921849". Broadcast Music. Retrieved July 25, 2013.
- ↑ Raymond v. Raymond (inlay cover). Usher. LaFace Records. 2010.
- ↑ Take Care (inlay cover). Drake. Cash Money Records, Universal Motown. 2011.
- ↑ Battle of the Sexes (inlay cover). Ludacris. Disturbing tha Peace, Def Jam Recordings. 2010.
- ↑ Strange Clouds (inlay cover). B.o.B. Grand Hustle Records, Rebel Rock, Atlantic Records. 2012.
- ↑ Loud (inlay cover). Rihanna. Def Jam Recordings, SRP Records. 2010. B005HWUCMC.
- ↑ Kiss the Ring (inlay cover). DJ Khaled. We the Best, Cash Money, Universal Republic Records. 2012.
- ↑ "Till the Worlds End (The Femme Fatale Remix) (Legal Title) BMI Work #13624091". Broadcast Music. Retrieved July 29, 2013.
- ↑ Linder, Emilee (May 2, 2013). "Nicki Minaj Teaches Carly Rae Jepsen Breakup 101: Listen To Remix Now!". MTV News. Viacom. Retrieved August 18, 2013.
- 1 2 Nothing but the Beat (inlay cover). David Guetta. EMI, Virgin Records. 2011. B002P7HYUK.
- ↑ Thank Me Later (inlay cover). Drake. Cash Money Records, Universal Motown. 2010.
- ↑ Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel (inlay cover). Mariah Carey. Def Jam Recordings. 2009. B002P7HYUK.
- ↑ Bionic (inlay cover). Christina Aguilera. RCA Records. 2010.
- ↑ Bigger Than Life (inlay cover). Birdman. Cash Money Records, Universal Records. 2011.
- ↑ "You the Boss (Legal Title)". Broadcast Music. Retrieved August 15, 2013.
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