Linda Perry and Nicki Minaj’s Almost-Collab: What Went Down
Music producer Linda Perry and rap icon Nicki Minaj almost teamed up for an official version of a viral Super Freaky Girl and What’s Up? mash-up—until Minaj abruptly shut it down. In an exclusive interview with NextMinuteNews, Perry shared the inside story.
The Viral Mash-Up That Caught Their Attention
A fan’s surreal blend of Nicki Minaj’s Super Freaky Girl and Linda Perry’s 4 Non Blondes classic What’s Up? took over social media, merging Minaj’s fierce rap verses with Perry’s iconic chorus. The unlikely combo went viral, sparking calls for an official release—and Perry was ready to make it happen.
Why the Collaboration Fell Through
Perry told NextMinuteNews she reached out to Minaj’s team, who initially seemed onboard. “I thought it was hilarious and genius,” Perry said. “We were talking studio time—then Nicki said, ‘Nah, let’s just put a kibosh on this.’”
While Minaj hasn’t explained her decision, sources suggest she’s focused on her Pink Friday 2 era and stays selective with collabs. “She doesn’t need a gimmick; she’s the gimmick,” an insider noted.
Fan Reactions: From Heartbreak to Memes
Fans flooded social media with mixed emotions:
– “Nicki said no to a cultural reset… pain.”
– “This would’ve been unhinged in the best way.”
– “Respect her vision, but I’ll mourn this forever.”
Perry joked on Twitter: “Guess the world wasn’t ready for Nicki belting ‘WHAT’S GOING ON?’ Oh well.”
What’s Next for Perry and Minaj?
Perry is working on new genre-defying music, while Minaj preps her Pink Friday 2 tour. Could they revisit the idea? “Never say never,” Perry teased. “Maybe in 10 years for a nostalgia track.”
Final Takeaway
Though the official mash-up is scrapped, its brief possibility thrilled fans. For now, the DIY version lives on—proof that the internet’s mash-up obsession isn’t slowing down.
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