Queen

Nicki Minaj went back to her origins with this project, mixing rapid-fire delivery with the fun persona of her initial success. The record gained attention for its high-profile guest features and clever, name-dropping lyrics.

The music leans heavily into the polished, bass-saturated trap sounds that were prevalent in the late 2010s. It captures a specific intersection where pop sensibilities met hard-hitting rap, resulting in a glossy, defiant aesthetic.