Nicki Minaj Blasts Ex-Manager Debra Antney for Attempting. Nicki Minaj publicly chastises her former manager, Debra Antney, for ending her longtime rivalry with Lil Kim without her consent. After Antney made comments on the Opiniated Truths podcast, the rapper resorted to social media to vent and clarify.
Debra Antney, who handled Nicki Minaj early in her career and is the mother of rapper Waka Flocka Flame, was requested to negotiate a truce between Nicki and her competitors, Cardi B and Lil Kim, on the podcast. Antney said she tried to reconcile with Lil Kim.
“Deb, Isn’t it funny how you left out the biggest part of the story? I didn’t ask you to do a THING!” – Nicki Minaj
“I think we all would love to see that, but people would have to be willing,” Antney added. “To be honest with you—she’ll kill me for saying this—but I contacted Kim.” Lil Kim was silent as Antney made the motion, suggesting she didn’t like it.
Nicki Minaj called Antney out on X (previously Twitter) after seeing the interview clip. Her former manager allegedly meddled in her affairs without her authorization.
“Deb, Wasn’t it amusing how you left out most of the story? Nicki wrote. I never asked you to do anything! I screamed at you after the fact and told you that if you reach out to people now that you’re near me, they’ll think it’s from me, so never do it again without talking to me first.”
Nicki added that she never wanted anyone to think she tried to reconcile. “I said I’d never want that & that now she’d think that message came from me, which is not cool,” she claimed.
The Young Money rapper also confirmed her stage friend preference, citing her strong bond with Foxy Brown. “I just want foxy on stage with me; she’s like family. No disrespect. Bless everyone and our kids! Let’s do our thing and thank God for life. Stop exploiting my name for clickbait in 2024. We understand!!! I’m that btch!”
Nicki’s outburst highlights her 2010 dispute with Lil Kim. The feud began when Lil Kim accused Nicki of stealing her style and insulting her. Both artists traded jabs on “Roman’s Revenge,” “Y.U. Mad,” “Stupid Hoe,” and “Warning (Remix).”
After 50 Cent accused Lil Kim of dissing Nicki Minaj on Megan Thee Stallion’s “Plan B (Remix),” the rivalry resumed. Lil Kim rejected the claim, saying her lyrics were about an ex, not Nicki’s child.
Nicki Minaj’s reaction to Debra Antney’s mediation shows the complexities and sensitivities of longtime music industry rivalries. Social media users are divided, with some backing Nicki’s decision to handle her own business and others advocating for peace between the two rap stars.
According to industry analysts, public conflicts can damage an artist’s career and image. They stress communication and consent in personal and professional affairs.
The music community keenly monitors the controversy. The incident highlights the importance of personal and professional boundaries in entertainment. Hip-hop continues to explore Nicki Minaj and Lil Kim’s rivalry, whether they ever strike a ceasefire.
