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Nicki Minaj Performs Pink Friday Medley At The NBA All-Star Game

Posted byBy Popular Critic | Published on: | Updated on July 6, 2018 CommentsComments (0)

UPDATE-Fresh off her controversial Grammy performance the NBA All Star Game welcomed a medley performance from Nicki Minaj. The ‘Super Bass’ rapper walked out with a purple wig and a futuristic outfit at the Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. Minaj opened with ‘Moment 4 Life’ from her platinum selling debut album ‘Pink Friday’ and then her David Guetta’s collaboration ‘Turn Me On’. After the West lineup was announced and before the East lineup was introduced the hip hop star performed ‘Starships’..this time in a green wig. ‘Starships’ comes from Nicki’s yet released sophomore album ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded’ and only adds to the debate that she’s no longer a certified hip hop artist.

Here are few fan reactions via MTV Rapfix,

@stopbeingfamous Nicki Minaj is just beginning to be wack to some people. astounding. she was from the gate.

@NMinajSupport People hating know they watched the #allstargame just for Nicki Minaj, knowing well they never watch Basketball, thanks for the views.

@livedreampinkIn February, Nicki Minaj has performed at The Superbowl, Grammys and NBA All-Star game. Has any other female rapper done that before..oh ok.

Minaj’s performance combined with her tepid choreography left much to be desired. Watch the performances below:

Nicki Minaj Starships:

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