In 2018, she released her previous album, but since then, her life has undergone significant transformations. Nicki Minaj believes that taking a hiatus from the music industry has had a positive impact on her mental well-being, as she interacted with fans on social media. The 38-year-old rapper confessed that she is now in a much more positive state of mind after welcoming her son in September and enjoying precious moments of bonding with her little bundle of joy.

Queen: Nicki Minaj thinks taking a break from the music industry has been good for her mental health as she chatted with fans on social media

The Queen of rap, Nicki Minaj, recently shared that her break from the music industry has had a positive impact on her mental well-being. Engaging with her fans on Twitter, Minaj was asked if she had benefited from the hiatus since her last album, “Queen,” was released in 2018. In response, she expressed gratitude for the question and admitted that the break was much-needed for her. She appreciated her fans’ patience during this time. The hiatus allowed her to focus on essential bonding moments with her son and reconnect with her creative flow in writing music. Furthermore, Minaj teased that there was something else she didn’t want to disclose yet, leaving fans curious and intrigued. For now, it remains a secret, known only to those who are in the know.

Best in the biz: Nicki listened to a remix of Drake's Best I Ever Had in a new Instagram video uploaded on Saturday

Top-notch in the industry: Nicki recently shared an Instagram video on Saturday where she can be seen enjoying a revamped version of Drake’s hit track “Best I Ever Had.”

Big reveal: Nicki wore nothing but a thong and an 'icon' hat as she posed topless on Instagram to announce the release of new music at Midnight on May 13

Exciting news: Nicki made quite the statement as she shared a revealing photo on Instagram, donning only a thong and a trendy ‘icon’ hat. This daring move was her way of announcing the upcoming release of her new music, set to drop at Midnight on May 13.

The talented singer and rapper became a mother for the first time on September 30, giving birth to her son in Los Angeles alongside her husband, Kenneth Petty.

In a touching revelation, Minaj mentioned that during her pregnancy, her little one didn’t seem to have a fondness for rap music. Instead, she played soothing tunes by Enya and classical melodies to create a peaceful environment for her baby. She even shared that her son would kick energetically in response to the music, and interestingly enough, he seemed to enjoy the song “#SeeingGreen” before its official release. This musical connection influenced her creative process as she disclosed that being pregnant made it challenging for her to fully complete her album.

Recently, Nicki opened up about the profound sadness she has experienced, stating that losing her father has been the most devastating loss she has ever faced.

 

Mom and Dad: The Super Bass singer welcomed her first child with husband Kenneth Petty on Sept. 30 in Los Angeles

Parents Alert: The delightful vocalist, Super Bass, joyfully embraced the arrival of her first offspring alongside her adoring partner, Kenneth Petty, on the 30th of September in the lively city of Los Angeles.

Tragic: Nicki recently confessed that losing her father has been 'the most devastating loss' she's faced in her life

Heartbreaking: Nicki recently opened up about the immense sorrow she feels over the untimely passing of her father, describing it as the most devastating loss she has ever endured. In February, Robert Maraj tragically lost his life in a hit-and-run accident, and Nicki finally addressed the heartbreaking incident just a few weeks ago. Though she is not yet ready to delve into the details, she did provide her fans with an update on her emotional well-being through a heartfelt message on her website. For the singer, whose full name is Onika Tanya Maraj, the absence of her father has been incredibly difficult to bear, and she often finds herself longing to reach out to him, only to realize that he is no longer here. Life has a peculiar way of reminding us of our deepest connections when they are no longer within reach. Nicki concluded her tribute to her late father by expressing her love for him and acknowledging the tremendous impact he had on her life. On what would have been his birthday, May 16, she paid homage to her father with a touching photo accompanied by a poignant caption filled with longing and sorrow.

 

Memories: She honored her father on what would have been his birthday on Sunday, May 16, with a photo captioned: 'Happy Birthday Daddy. Miss u so much. So much. So so much. Rest In Peace. Oh my God'

Reminiscing: On Sunday, May 16, she remembered and paid tribute to her beloved father on his birthday. Alongside a heartfelt photograph, she expressed her deep admiration with genuine words: ‘Happy Birthday Daddy. I carry an immense longing for you every day. Your absence remains a tremendous void in my heart. May you find eternal peace. My emotions overflow.’