Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (née Maraj; born December 8, 1982), known professio… Read Full Bio ↴Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (née Maraj; born December 8, 1982), known professionally as Nicki Minaj (/ˈnɪki mɪˈnɑːʒ/ NIK-ee min-AHZH), is a Trinidadian-born[a] rapper, singer, and songwriter. Often referred to as the "Queen of Rap", she is known for her musical versatility, animated rap flow, and various alter egos. She first gained recognition after releasing three mixtapes between 2007 and 2009. Minaj's debut album, Pink Friday (2010), topped the US Billboard 200 chart; its single "Super Bass" reached number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and was later certified diamond by the RIAA. Its follow-up, Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded (2012), explored dance-pop and topped the Billboard 200, spawning the hit single “Starships”. Her next album, The Pinkprint (2014), marked a return to her hip hop roots. Its single "Anaconda" peaked at number two on the Hot 100 and became the first music video by a solo female rapper to reach one billion views on YouTube. Her 2019 collaboration with Karol G, "Tusa", became the longest-running number-one single on the Argentina Hot 100 chart. She achieved her first two US number-one singles in 2020 with the collaborations "Say So (Remix)" with Doja Cat and "Trollz" with 6ix9ine. In 2022, she earned her first solo number one on the Hot 100 with "Super Freaky Girl", the lead single from her fifth album, Pink Friday 2 (2023), which also debuted atop the Billboard 200.

Minaj is one of the best-selling music artists with 100 million records sold worldwide.[7] Billboard ranked her as the top-selling female rapper of the 2010s and one of the greatest rappers of all time.[8][9] She is the only female rapper to have 3 number-one albums on the Billboard 200 chart.

Supa Hot
Nicki Minaj Lyrics

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Okay, okay

Me I'm the barbie I'm supahot.

When I'm in the dealership should I get the coupe or not?

Should I get the roof or drop?

Should I get the choo-choo truck?

Crazy I get boo koo bucks, coo coo for dem coo coo puffs

I'm coo coo for coo coo puffs
Got money in my louis duff

And I got a nasty flow, bitch I spit that gooey stuff

It's goin D-0-W-N-N-N
I am da barbie were the fuck is ken ken ken?

I be on the 147 in the rock
That's my block New York City to the top tippy top
Buss a shot

I seh, I be on 147 in the rock that's my block

New York City to the top
Tippy top buss a shot!

Overall Meaning

In Nicki Minaj's song "Supa Hot," she kicks off the verse by declaring that she is the "barbie," indicating her status as the ultimate female rapper. She goes on to question herself about which car she should get while in the dealership - a coupe or a car with a drop-top. This could signify her indecisiveness or her desire to have it all - both luxury and thrill in one ride. She then mentions a choo-choo truck, indicating her playful and fun nature, and giving her audience a sense of her personality.

Nicki refers to herself as "crazy" for making a lot of money, showing a sense of pride and willingness to boast about her success. She uses the phrase "coo coo for coo coo puffs" as a reference to a popular cereal brand, Fruity Pebbles, which was also used by rapper Lupe Fiasco in his song "Gold Watch." She then raps about her earnings with a clever wordplay, saying she is "coo coo for dem coo coo puffs" because she gets "boo koo bucks." She reinforces her financial success by mentioning that she has money in her Louis Vuitton bag.

Nicki's flow is described as "nasty," meaning that it is grimy, filthy, yet attractive in its rawness. She brags about her ability to spit "gooey stuff," which is most likely referring to her lyrics - again showing off her skill as a rapper. The chorus repeats that "it's going D-0-W-N-N-N," suggesting that something is about to happen, and the energy of the song picks up. She then calls out for "Ken Ken Ken," her male counterpart, perhaps signifying that she is looking for someone to match her level of dominance. Finally, she mentions her block, "147 in the rock," and her hometown of New York City, giving her audience a sense of her roots and her connection to the city.

Line by Line Meaning

Me I'm the barbie I'm supahot.
I consider myself as an attractive and desirable person, just like a Barbie doll, and I'm feeling confident about it.

When I'm in the dealership should I get the coupe or not?
I'm wealthy enough to buy any car I want, but I'm unsure whether to buy a coupe or not, and I need someone to help me decide.

Should I get the roof or drop?
I'm trying to decide whether to get a car with a fixed roof or a convertible (drop-top) and I'm seeking advice on what to do.

Should I get the choo-choo truck?
I'm considering buying a train-themed truck but I'm uncertain if it's a wise investment, so I'm asking for advice.

Crazy I get boo koo bucks, coo coo for dem coo coo puffs
I'm earning an insane amount of money and enjoying everything that comes with it, including my favorite cereal (Cocoa Puffs).

I'm coo coo for coo coo puffs
I really love Cocoa Puffs cereal and it's one of my favorite things to eat for breakfast or any other time of day.

Got money in my louis duff
I'm carrying a lot of money in my Louis Vuitton handbag, as a sign of my wealth and extravagance.

And I got a nasty flow, bitch I spit that gooey stuff
I have an exceptional rap style and my lyrics are top-notch, and I'm not afraid to show it off to anyone, including my haters.

It's goin D-0-W-N-N-N
Things are about to get intense and exciting, and I'm ready to embrace it fully.

I am da barbie were the fuck is ken ken ken?
I'm portraying myself as a Barbie doll and expressing my frustration at the absence of my male counterpart (Ken), who is usually associated with Barbie dolls.

I be on the 147 in the rock That's my block New York City to the top tippy top Buss a shot
I often hang out on my street (147th Street), which is in the Rockaway neighborhood of Queens, New York City. I consider it my turf, and I'm proud of it. I'm also daring anyone to mess with me by firing a gunshot.

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