Nicki Minaj’s jeans spark Barbz vs. BeyHive drama after deleted post [VIDEO]

Deleted Post Mocking Nicki Minaj’s Outfit Ignites Stan War with Beyoncé Fans

A now-deleted X post has reignited a stan war between two of the internet’s most dominant fan bases. One, the Barbz. Two the BeyHive. This comes after mocking a resurfaced clip of Nicki Minaj performing on stage. Shared by user @BadBCarta earlier today, the video featured a brief, 19-second clip of Minaj mid-performance on her Pink Friday 2 World Tour. She’s dressed in a colorful headscarf, a black-and-white backless top, and a pair of baggy jeans that quickly became the focal point of a firestorm.

The caption, “The edit in question,” appeared simple, but fans immediately interpreted it as shade. The jeans, which sagged around Minaj’s hips and appeared to distort her figure in certain angles, were met with criticism and mockery. The performance video itself was likely taken from a 2024 tour stop. It shows Minaj dancing, engaging the crowd, and energetically rapping. Meanwhile, her outfit draws increasing scrutiny.

The Video That Sparked It All

In the video, Minaj performs under bright pink and purple lighting, holding a microphone and commanding the stage. But despite her energy and charisma, viewers focused on the outfit—especially the jeans. The baggy fit and extra volume near her lower back led some to question the styling, while others went further, accusing her of looking “inverted” or implying failed body enhancement surgery.

The harshest criticisms came fast. “How she bad built with a BBL?” one reply read. Others mocked her wardrobe decision outright: “Performing in jeans (that don’t fit) and a scarf is crazy.”

But the backlash wasn’t one-sided. Many came to Minaj’s defense, noting the long-running double standard when it comes to female celebrities and body shaming. Several fans pointed out that the video appeared old and had been taken out of context, likely from a casual freestyle set during her 2024 tour—where comfort and practicality sometimes won out over glam.

Deleted Post, Amplified Reactions

Within hours of going live, the original post by @BadBCarta was deleted. But as is often the case on X, the deletion only drew more attention. Screenshots circulated rapidly, and reaction posts quoting the original gained just as much engagement. One user shared, “And like clockwork, this post is unavailable,” while another noted, “Tweet deleted” with a meme of someone wiping their hands clean.

By the time it was removed, the post had racked up more than 2.9 million views and 11,000 likes. Its deletion was seen by many Barbz as an admission that it had crossed the line into unnecessary shade—especially given the source.

Barbz vs. BeyHive: A Long-Simmering Rivalry

The drama was amplified because of the account that posted the video. @BadCarta’s bio clearly labels it as a Beyoncé fan account. That alone sparked a flood of assumptions that this was part of an ongoing stan war between the Barbz and the BeyHive—two of the most passionate and influential fanbases online.

Longtime tensions between the two camps often simmer under the surface, igniting whenever either Beyoncé or Nicki Minaj receives criticism, comparisons, or praise that excludes the other. This time, the bait was fashion, but the emotional undercurrent ran deeper.

“Y’all BeyHive folks stay pressed about Nicki,” one user wrote. “This ain’t even about jeans anymore.” Others highlighted that Beyoncé herself has never shown anything but love for Minaj. Thus implying the stan feuds are often fan-invented rather than based on any real artist rivalry. After all, Beyoncé and Nicki Minaj have collaborated and made a hit.

Still, the moment laid bare how quickly aesthetic critique can morph into digital warfare.

A Closer Look at the Tour and the Outfit

The video appears to originate from the Pink Friday 2 World Tour, which Minaj launched in early 2024 and wrapped by October of that year. Known for costume changes that ranged from futuristic glam to retro denim, Minaj’s stage presence often doubled as a runway. But this particular outfit—jeans paired with a backless top and scarf—was not one of her most polished looks.

Tour insiders suggest the performance took place during the September 2024 leg of the tour. That’s where Minaj embraced a looser, more casual style for certain freestyle-heavy segments. The jeans, likely paired with a necessary mic pack, may have sacrificed silhouette for function.

Nevertheless, the moment’s revival in mid-2025 was clearly designed to stir controversy.

Body Shaming and Stan Culture

What’s more troubling than a viral post about baggy jeans is how quickly it evolved into a conversation about Minaj’s body. Discussions about her rumored BBL, surgical enhancements, and physical changes flooded replies. This is a familiar pattern for Minaj, who has faced scrutiny over her looks for more than a decade. While she has occasionally referenced body work in her lyrics and interviews, she’s never confirmed procedures in detail.

Critics say the focus on her body, rather than her talent or showmanship, reflects a broader issue in celebrity culture—particularly for Black women, who are frequently held to conflicting beauty standards.

“Y’all gonna clown her for being too thick, then too flat, then too built,” one user wrote. “You just mad she still trending.”

Conclusion

Nicki Minaj’s tour outfit may have been the spark. However, the resulting firestorm was never just about fashion. The deleted post by a Beyoncé stan touched off something deeper: a powder keg of fanbase rivalry, body shaming, and the ever-present need for viral content, no matter the human cost.

The Barbz defended their queen with the same passion they’ve shown for over a decade, while the BeyHive largely stayed silent—at least publicly. But the damage was done. Another chapter was added to the stan war saga, and another example logged of how quickly social media can escalate a simple moment into cultural conflict.

For Nicki, it’s business as usual. She hasn’t commented, and likely won’t. Her track record speaks louder than any viral tweet: record-breaking sales, sold-out tours, and a fanbase that stands firm. Whether in couture or casual denim, Nicki Minaj remains one of the most enduring figures in music today. And if the internet can’t stop talking about her, maybe that says more about us than it does about her jeans.