I've always had this female-empowerment thing in the back of my mind - because I wanted my mother to be stronger, and she couldn't be. I thought, 'If I'm successful, I can change her life.'
Nicki MinajI've gotten tons of awards and I believe when it's my time to get a Grammy, I'll get a Grammy.
Nicki MinajMe & the dread yo, give em some head blow Long as he know he keep me flier than a Red Bull
Nicki MinajDon't get it twisted. It's not about money, it's not about the fame. It's about I don't have to worry about if my little brother is gonna be able to get a new toy for Christmas. It's those little tiny things that really make up the bigger picture. So, my happiness doesn't come from money or fame. My happiness comes from seeing life without struggle.
Nicki Minaj