I look at rap as an opportunity to act. My head is full of different characters - in each song I'm auditioning a character.
Nicki MinajRegular people don't even realize how much artists mean to them. Artists represent a lot to the average person. People listen to music all day on their iPods, so as artists, we become a real fixture in people's lives. As an artist, you can't take it personal. It's like your big brother teasing you.
Nicki Minaj