Nicki Minaj Sparks Outrage with Rihanna Reference Amid Megan Thee Stallion Feud
3 min readNicki Minaj’s recent comments regarding Megan Thee Stallion in the midst of their diss track feud, particularly the mention of Rihanna, have stirred significant controversy and backlash on social media platforms.
Nicki Minaj’s Alleged Retaliation
After Megan Thee Stallion released her diss track “Hiss” on January 26, 2024, targeting the industry and criticizing media exploitation, Nicki Minaj reportedly responded within 24 hours with a track called “Big Foot.” The feud escalated on social media, with Minaj insulting Megan and even referencing her deceased mother.
The “Rihanna moment” comment
On January 31, 2024, Nicki Minaj took to Twitter to address the ongoing tension, claiming that Megan Thee Stallion wanted a “Rihanna moment” so badly. The comment has generated outrage, especially as it allegedly involved comparing Megan’s shooting incident with Tory Lanez to Chris Brown’s assault against Rihanna.
Nicki Minaj says Megan Thee Stallion wanted a “Rihanna Moment”, referencing the domestic abuse Rihanna endured from Chris Brown.
— Mr. Pop (@MrPopOfficial) January 31, 2024
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Nicki Minaj Faces Criticism for “Rihanna Moment” Comment
Netizens quickly expressed their disapproval, condemning Minaj for what they perceived as an insensitive reference to domestic violence. Many questioned the appropriateness of equating Rihanna’s traumatic experience to Megan Thee Stallion’s shooting incident. The backlash extended to Minaj’s alleged mocking of Megan’s height in her diss track, with fans deeming the comments disrespectful.
So Rihanna's domestic violence was a moment for attention???
— Mel_ (@bigtea_bx) January 31, 2024
Nickis logic is when other girls succeed n break records it’s cuz of payola n symphony. But for her it’s always organic🫠 just say ur hating Nicki.
— pinkgirl (@pinkgirl_ash) January 31, 2024
Her calling it a “Rihanna moment” is so disgusting come on. How much longer is she going to talk about Megan 😌
— ✨ (@ccn01011) January 31, 2024
The background of the feud
The feud between Megan Thee Stallion and Nicki Minaj began with the release of “Hiss,” where Megan referenced “Megan’s Law,” alluding to Nicki Minaj’s husband’s legal issues related to failing to register as a sex offender. This led to a series of online interactions, including live sessions and Twitter spaces, where Minaj insulted Megan and released “Big Foot.”
Nicki Minaj’s alleged reference to a “Rihanna moment” in connection to Megan Thee Stallion’s shooting incident has been widely criticized as insensitive and disrespectful. Fans and observers expressed disappointment, with some highlighting the gravity of domestic violence and the inappropriate nature of Minaj’s comparison.
Nicki Minaj’s diss track and its impact
In response to the ongoing feud, Nicki Minaj released “Big Foot,” where she allegedly mocked Megan Thee Stallion’s physical stature and repeated the phrase “Lyin’ on your dead mama.” The song reportedly addressed Megan’s statements about her previous relationships. The controversy has even led to increased security at the cemetery where Megan’s mother is buried.
Nicki Minaj’s recent comments, particularly the “Rihanna moment” remark, have sparked widespread outrage and criticism. The sensitive nature of domestic violence and the alleged disrespectful references in Minaj’s diss track have fueled a heated online discourse, raising questions about the boundaries in feuds and the responsibility of artists in their public statements.
The ongoing saga between Megan Thee Stallion and Nicki Minaj continues to unfold on social media, leaving fans and observers divided over the appropriateness of the artists’ actions and words.
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