Nicki Minaj has responded to Eve’s heartfelt comments about their time working together on Barbershop: The Next Cut, sparking a touching exchange between the two iconic rappers.
In her new memoir, ‘Who’s That Girl?’, Eve reflects on her experience with Nicki Minaj during their collaboration on the film, ‘Barbershop: The Next Cut.’ Eve admits she gained newfound respect for Minaj, which prompted Minaj to share her thoughts on social media.
Minaj took to X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday to honor Eve’s honesty. ‘The level of grace; the level of emotional & spiritual maturity it takes to be this vulnerable & transparent is a sign of TRUE peace, happiness, fulfillment, & mastery of self,’ Minaj wrote. She emphasized the importance of self-reflection and accountability, calling it ‘the sexiest trait a person can have.’
Reflecting on her admiration for Eve since childhood, Minaj discussed the nerves she felt working with the rapper. ‘I was so nervous coming onto that movie set every day,’ Minaj admitted. She thought Eve didn’t like her at first but eventually realized Eve was trying to create a supportive environment. ‘Women feel so much pressure to compete & it’s a shame b/c we usually have so much in common & could rlly benefit from one another,’ Minaj shared.
Eve’s memoir hit the shelves on September 17th, and the rapper also discussed her relationship with Minaj in a recent CNN interview. Minaj’s tribute reflects a mutual respect and understanding that highlights the often unseen challenges female artists face in the industry.
This exchange between Nicki Minaj and Eve offers a rare and insightful look into their relationship, reminding us of the power of vulnerability and support in the music industry.
