Nicki Minaj took the stage at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards to accept the Vanguard Award. The rapper thanked the many people who influenced his career, citing Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson. Minaj also called for increased mental health awareness during her acceptance speech.
“I wrote this, I don’t know why, but that’s what my soul said. I wish Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson were here, “Minaj told the Prudential Center.” I wish people understood what they meant and what they were going through. I want people to take mental health seriously, even for people you think have a perfect life. I wish Pop Smoke and Juice WRLD and Nipsey Hussle were here. “
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Minaj has performed some of her biggest hits on stage, including “Roman’s Revenge”, “Bees in the Trap”, “Chun-Li”, “Moment 4 Life”, “Super Bass” and “Anaconda”.
Moon’s recipient also thanked the “key people” who inspired him, including Lil Wayne, Foxy Brown, Lauryn Hill, Jay-Z, Slick Rick, and Doug E. Fresh. He went on to mention the people who gave him “great opportunities”, citing Kanye West, Beyoncé, Madonna, Mariah Carey, Eminem, Britney Spears and Rihanna. Minaj also thanked the Young Money family, Drizzy and Drake.
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Minaj then continued: “To all the artists, producers and writers who have contributed to any of my projects and to all the people who have allowed me to express their work … and I want you to know that I appreciate all of you. I don’t take it for granted. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to show my skills. “
The singer also gave a special moment to her fans, known as the Barbz, before saying goodbye to her son, whom she calls Papa Bear.
Watch Nicki Minaj yell at her fans at the VMAs below.
Source: Deadline
