Since the invention of hip-hop music, there have been hip-hop feuds. Indeed, there have been several iconic rivalries that changed the landscape of hip-hop, such as NWA vs. Ice Cube, 2 Pac vs. Biggie, and Nas vs. Jay Z. However, none of those feuds were as ruthless as Nicki Minaj and Lil' Kim.
Lil' Kim and Nicki Minaj are two of the greatest female MCs of all time. In the 90s, Lil' Kim appeared on the scene and quickly became a household name. Indeed, Kim aligned herself with Notorious B.I.G. and Bad Boy Records. Of course, Kim didn't maintain the level of fame she achieved in the 90s.
Nicki Minaj exploded onto the scene in the mid-2000s. Minaj quickly became one of the top artists around. There are even critics that consider her one of the greatest rappers of all time.
Nicki Minaj and Lil' Kim are natural enemies, and they both know it. Minaj and Kim have been feuding for the last few years. It doesn't matter the event; they'll take shots at each other. They've traded insults on mixtapes, social media, and in interviews. It's time to take a closer look at the most ruthless hip hop feud today. Here is Nicki Minaj vs. Lil' Kim: Everything We Know About Their Feud.
14 Lil' Kim Accuses Nicki Minaj Of Stealing Her Image
In 1996, Lil'Kim released her debut album Hard Core to universal praise. Indeed, the groundbreaking album is known for its risque and raunchy tone. In 2007, Nicki Minaj had everyone talking with her new mixtape Playtime Is Over. Minaj released promo pics that were similar to Kim's pics for Hard Core. Kim felt Minaj was simply stealing her style and trying to be her.
13 Nicki Minaj And Lil' Kim's First Meeting
The first time Nicki Minaj met Lil' Kim, it was like a tornado met a volcano. Minaj and Kim first met backstage at a Lil' Wayne concert in 2009. Of course, they both have two very different stories about that night. Minaj claims she approached Kim and asked if they're cool. They talked everything out and took a picture together. Kim claims that never happened and noted she'd react violently if Minaj ever came at her that way.
12 Nicki Minaj And Lil' Kim Appear On The Same Track
The feud kicked into high gear when both Nicki Minaj and Lil' Kim appeared on Birdman's track "Grindin' Making' Money." Both Kim and Minaj claim they didn't know the other would be on the song. Kim considers this single the start of their infamous feud. Later, Kim used this same single on a mixtape.
11 Ray J Adds Fuel To The Fire
It's safe to assume that anytime Ray J gets involved in a feud, he's going to make it worse. Nicki Minaj and Lil' Kim continued their war of words, and other celebs decided to get involved. Ray J was one of the first to voice support for Lil' Kim. Indeed, Ray J and Kim have been friends for years. Ray J called out Minaj as an imposter without using her name.
10 Drake Adds His Two Cents
When two famous celebs are feuding, other stars love to add their two cents. One day after Ray J took Lil' Kim's side, Drake voiced his support for Nicki Minaj. Drake and Minaj were performing when Drake stopped the show. He expressed his support for Minaj and threw a few insults Kim's way. Minaj was thrilled to have Drake on her side.
9 Black Friday
In late 2010, Nicki Minaj released her debut album Pink Friday. Minaj quickly became a household name. In early 2011, Lil' Kim released the Black Friday mixtape. The entire mixtape was directed at Minaj from the cover to a few of the songs. Indeed, Kim included two diss tracks about Minaj on the mixtape.
8 Lil' Kim Talks About Nicki Minaj
Lil' Kim and Nicki Minaj's feud became a huge story in 2010. Indeed, it was a battle of the veteran rapper against the rising star. In 2010, Kim opened up about her feud with Minaj. She noted that Minaj often takes shots at her and other female rappers without saying their name. It's safe to say Kim and Minaj won't be going out for a coffee anytime soon.
7 Lil' Kim Takes Cardi B's Side
Nicki Minaj and Lil' Kim have a long history and feud. However, Minaj has more than one enemy. Indeed, Minaj is also feuding with Cardi B. There are times when Cardi B's getting all of Minaj's attention. Kim doesn't want to slip out of the spotlight. She took Cardi B's side in the feud and even claimed not to know Minaj's name.
6 Arguing About Record Sales
Lil' Kim and Nicki Minaj love to argue about record sales. In 2011, Kim bragged that her mixtape Black Friday was doing record numbers on PayPal. Minaj openly mocked Kim for bragging about that and called her a liar. In 2019, Minaj knocked Kim's record sales again but didn't mention her name. Indeed, fans are starting to get tired of hearing the two raps stars compare record sale sizes.
5 Tragedy
Nicki Minaj and Lil' Kim were making cryptic shots at each other on social media and interviews. However, Kim's Black Friday mixtape was the first real shot fired in the feud. Minaj didn't just sit back and take it. Indeed, she responded shortly after with the diss track, "Tragedy." The feud rages on with no end in sight.
4 Lil' Kim And Nicki Minaj Will Never Be Friends
Lil' Kim faded from the spotlight for a few years. However, the feud with Nicki Minaj brought her back into the spotlight. Indeed, Kim often gives interviews discussing her feud with Minaj. In 2010, Kim talked about the rivalry at a great length with Power 105. Kim felt Minaj shouldn't be taking subliminal shots at her. She also noted that they'd never be friends.
3 Lil' Kim Wishes Nicki Minaj Good Luck
In 2018, it appeared the feud between Nicki Minaj and Lil' Kim finally came to an end. During an interview with Real 93.3, Kim claimed she was over the beef with Minaj. Indeed, Kim even wished Minaj luck in the future. Kim wants all female rappers to support each other and shine like stars. Of course, some things don't last forever.
2 Nicki Minaj Calls Lil' Kim A Sore Loser
During an interview with Hot 97, Nicki Minaj discussed her feud with Lil' Kim. Minaj didn't hold back and let the world know her feelings. She noted that Kim has been in several rivalries with other female rappers. Minaj feels she won the rivalry, and Kim will go down in history as a sore loser.
1 The Feud Continues
Despite Lil' Kim and Nick Minaj claiming the feud is over, there still seems to be bad blood between the two stars. Minaj and Kim continue to take subliminal shots at each other. Kim and Minaj will never be friends, and the feud will continue in some form. For now, Kim and Minaj make cryptic references about each other. Of course, it won't be long before the feud explodes again.