The queen of rap, Nicki Minaj makes her hotly anticipated return with her brand new tour, The Pink Friday 2 Tour, in support of her recently released album. Never afraid to raise eyebrows, Minaj has seen a stratospheric rise to fame (or infamy?) since being discovered after releasing three mixtapes between 2007-09, after which she signed a recording contract with Young Money Entertainment. Citing Missy Elliot and L'il Kim as her main influences, she is noted for her animated rapping style and use of sardonic phrases in her work; her colorful costumes, wigs and outfits have also garnered her recognition as a modern fashion icon.