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As USA TODAY, The Nation's No. 1 Newspaper, puts it, Nicki Minaj is a "hip-hop comet...a talented rhyme-spitter who fluidly shifts from hard-core grit to Barbie-doll cute." Growing up poor in Queens, New York, with a drug- and alcohol-addicted father, Minaj dreamed of being a soap opera star so she could afford to buy her mother a house. When Minaj was in her early twenties, a street mix tape got her noticed. Just a few years later, she blasted into the mainstream with seven singles in the Hot 100, beat out many of the boys with her ranking as MTV's No. 4 best Hip-Hop MC, and scored her second No. 1 album on the Billboard 200. And, says Minaj, she’s just getting started!
This title examines the fascinating life of Nicki Minaj. Readers will learn about Minaj's childhood, family, education, and rise to fame. Colorful graphics, oversize photos, and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text that explores Minaj's early interest in music and talent in songwriting that led to her successful mixtapes and eventually the release of her albums Pink Friday and Pink Friday…Roman Reloaded. Minaj's music awards, work with charitable groups, and unique style are also described. Features include a table of contents, glossary, selected bibliography, Web links, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and fun facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Best-selling rap artist Nicki Minaj has racked up many awards for her thrilling work. She rose from mixtape recordings to become a sought-after collaborator, actress, and spokesperson who has climbed to the top of the charts. High-interest details, engaging sidebars, and an accessible timeline guide curious readers along her path from struggling beginner to music mogul. Thought-provoking direct quotations and vivid photographs enhance readers' journey and invite them to revisit the exciting hip-hop world of Nicki Minaj.
Award-winning Nicki Minaj is one of today's best-selling musical artists. Born in the Caribbean, then moving to New York, she thrills fans and music lovers with her catchy hip-hop tunes and high-energy performances. Readers will root for Nicki as they read about her early struggles growing up in a new country in an unhappy home, her first try at rap at age eleven, and her determination to succeed in a genre dominated by men. Nicki's own words and advice sparkle in this high-interest book, enhanced with exciting facts, sidebars, and a timeline. Lively color photographs accent the life story of this modern musical talent.
Nicki Minaj is a slew of personalities and musical styles crammed into a small package. On the one hand, she is a foul-mouthed, fast-spitting rapper prone to switching accents and dropping creative, funny lyrics. On the other hand, she is a megawatt pop star, topping the mainstream charts with danceable songs. By being a female emcee with street credibility and an artist with an image and crossover sound that appeals to all of America, Minaj has opened doors that have been closed to other leading ladies of hip-hop. This biography covers the life and career of rapper ?and hip-hop artist ?Nicki Minaj. Chapters discuss Minaj's early years, her contributions to the hip-hop culture, and her development ?into an industry mogul.
Themes: Hi-Lo, urban nonfiction, music, entrepreneur, Hip-Hop, celebrities, biographies. Themes: Hi-Lo, urban nonfiction, music, entrepreneur, Hip-Hop, celebrities, biographies. There's no doubt about it, today's students listen to an average of 2.5 hours of music every day. Guess what they are listening to? Hip-hop is mainstream, continually topping Billboard's Hot 100 charts. These hi-lo biographies engage striving readers from the very beginning with blinged-out covers, stunning four-color photographs, modern and graphic page design, and high-interest informational text. Biographies highlight the unique characteristics of each mega-rapper, including childhood struggles, personal style, rivalries, giving back, and more. Each 48-page paperback book includes a timeline and glossary, with vocabulary words highlighted throughout. People find it very hard to describe Nicki Minaj. She is a very successful solo rap artist. But that leaves out her talent in other styles of music. You could describe her as a fierce feminist. But she also works hard at being really cute. Fans of Nicki Minaj understand that she is anything but simple.
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Nicki Minaj, covering her early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes. With striking photographs and thought-provoking sidebars, the book discusses Nicki Minaj's energetic flow, colorful characters, and crossover hits. Features include a timeline, glossary, online resources, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
This book details the life of Young Money Entertainment artist Nicki Minaj, from her early years as a little girl growing up in Trinidad and Tobago, to international superstar who just released her third solo album, The Pinkprint. This unauthorized Nicki Minaj biography is a must have for any fan of Nicki, and is an inspiring look at one this generation's music icons.
With never-before-seen photos and interviews, Holloway profiles Onika Tanya MarajNknown today as Nicki Minaj.
Hip Pop Moments 4 Life explores Onika Tanya Maraj's spectacular transformation from early childhood in Trinidad via her days as an unknown rapper on the New York underground scene to fully-fledged songwriter, international star and chart topper. With exhaustive research, exclusive quotes, insider information and a never-before-published interview with Nicki Minaj herself, this smart book presents every aspect of the rapper's life: the complicated relationship with her father; the real story behind her unbelievable record deal with Lil Wayne and Young Money Records; and why she has been ambiguous about her sexuality. The author explores all of this and much more in a book packed with juicy news and beautiful pictures: the ultimate guide to all things Minaj.