Khia disses Nicki Minaj’s “Pink Friday” album
“Mop Flop:” Why Khia Hates Nicki’s Album, Pink Friday
Southern rapper Khia is once again making headlines for taking aim at Nicki Minaj. This time, the controversy stems from a blistering review Khia wrote on her blog about Nicki’s just-released debut album, Pink Friday. While Nicki Minaj continues to enjoy skyrocketing fame, strong first-week sales projections, and support from Young Money/Cash Money, Khia offers a stark contrast to the critical acclaim. Therefore, launching a full-on verbal assault against the album, its creator, and even some of Nicki’s longtime rivals.
Khia’s History of Dissing Nicki Minaj
This isn’t Khia’s first jab at the Queens-born rapper. Earlier this year, Khia ridiculed Nicki for emulating Southern rap culture, despite her East Coast roots. She criticized Nicki’s self-proclaimed “Black Barbie” persona. In addition, questioning its relevance to urban communities. Her commentary, filled with regional pride and cultural critiques, was largely dismissed by fans as jealousy.
However, with the release of Pink Friday, Khia is re-igniting the feud. This time, she insists that her remarks are not rooted in hate. In her own words: “I do not want to sound like a hater.” Still, the tone of her blog post suggests otherwise.
Breaking Down the Album’s Cover and Content
Khia’s takedown begins with the Pink Friday album cover. Though she acknowledges it as “cute,” she immediately pivots to insulting Nicki’s physical appearance, calling it highly edited and unrepresentative of reality. Referencing the image’s fashion styling and Nicki’s pose, Khia describes the cover as “knotted up, illiformed and deformed,” going so far as to compare the rapper to a “Dungeon Dragon.”
From there, Khia proceeds to rip into the album’s tracks with a sharp tongue. She calls out “Roman’s Revenge,” specifically praising Eminem’s guest verse while mocking Nicki’s delivery and ambiguity, suggesting that Minaj was throwing subliminal shots without being direct. She adds, “Someone call Puff the Magic Dragon Slayer. Was she talkin’ about Lil Kim and was not woman enough to say it?”
On “Right Thru Me,” another standout from the album, Khia spares no mercy, claiming, “We see right past your dumb a**! See through you, walk over you, step on you, so tired of you!” She goes on to predict a mental breakdown for Nicki, stating, “You’re not built for this.”
Mockery or Marketing? Khia’s Price Point Rant
Not only does Khia ridicule the music itself, but she also takes aim at the album’s price, stating she spent $13.99 on what she deems a “mop flop of an album.” She positions her negative review as a form of twisted publicity for Nicki, saying that perhaps her commentary will “bring more promotion to the blow-up doll.”
Despite repeatedly stating she isn’t a hater, Khia’s language tells a different story. She refers to Minaj with animalistic and dehumanizing metaphors, adding more heat to a feud that, at this point, appears one-sided.
Financial Jabs and Legal Hopes
In perhaps the most biting segment of her blog post, Khia claims that Nicki Minaj is barely profiting from her album sales. She suggests Nicki is a pawn in a larger label system and sarcastically expresses hope that toy manufacturer Mattel sues her for exploiting the Barbie brand. “She makes so little off that album, it wouldn’t be enough to buy a real doll,” Khia jokes.
Collateral Damage: Lil’ Kim and Foxy Brown Also Targeted
Khia doesn’t stop with Nicki. She uses the moment to sling mud at two other prominent female rappers, both of whom have their own complicated histories with Nicki Minaj.
Taking a jab at Foxy Brown, Khia says Lil’ Kim “stole all her friends,” referencing past alliances with artists like Jay-Z. She taunts Foxy over her weight and suggests that her loss of industry footing has taken a toll both professionally and personally.
As for Lil’ Kim, Khia encourages Nicki to share her plastic surgeon’s number with the Queen Bee. The diss comes amid Kim’s own feud with Nicki, which has seen the release of diss tracks and aggressive interviews. Khia’s decision to attack both sides in an already polarized debate paints her as more of an agitator than a mediator.
Pink Friday Still on Track for Commercial Success
Amid Khia’s critiques, Pink Friday continues to surge commercially. Initial projections show the album moving between 375,000 and 425,000 copies in its debut week. Despite internet feuds and diss records, Nicki is poised to land a Top 5 spot on the Billboard charts, a notable achievement for any debut artist.
Even Lil Kim’s recent diss track, “Black Friday,” and her inflammatory interviews haven’t done much to shake the momentum that Nicki has built. Whether one supports or opposes Nicki’s musical direction, her numbers speak for themselves.
Khia’s Career and Need for Relevance
Khia, best known for her explicit 2002 anthem “My Neck, My Back (Lick It),” has seen fluctuating levels of visibility since her breakout. She followed up with albums like Gangstress (2006) and Nasti Muzik (2008), but none matched her debut’s success. In 2010, she’s working on her fourth album, MotorMouf aka Khia Shamone, promoting singles like “Been a Bad Girl” and “So Addicted.”
While Khia has built a reputation for bold commentary, her repeated attacks on bigger stars suggest a pattern of using controversy as a marketing strategy. Her recent legal troubles, including a September arrest over property issues, add further complexity to her public image.
Conclusion: Critique or Hating Is Disguise?
In her blog, Khia insists her review isn’t fueled by hate. But with every line, insult, and personal jab, she deepens the perception that her critiques are less about music and more about maintaining relevance.
Meanwhile, Nicki Minaj appears unfazed, choosing to focus on her soaring career, loyal fan base, and a debut album that’s achieving commercial milestones. Whether Khia’s harsh review will impact Nicki’s trajectory remains doubtful. What’s clear is that Pink Friday has already made its mark—love it or hate it.
With that, Nicki is making her moves, and then there are the likes of Lil’ Kim and Khia taking shots at her. All of that helps keep Nicki and her album in the discussion.