Nicki Minaj Announces Album Title & Release Date at Met Gala

Arriving this summer.

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Nicki Minaj was one of the big names to be invited to the 2018 Met Gala on Monday night, May 7th. During her time on the red carpet, the rapper announced the title of her fourth studio album – Queen. She also revealed that the album is dropping on June 15. The LP will include previously released singles “Barbie Tingz” and “Chun-Li,” which Minaj has also released music videos for.

Outside of the album, Nicki has appeared on multiple tracks in recent months, including Young Thug’s “Anybody,” Quavo’s “She for Keeps,” and Migos’ “Motor Sport” alongside Cardi B. Queen is the follow-up album to 2014’s The Pinkprint.

See the announcement below and stay tuned for more news and music from Minaj. See the best outfits at Met Gala 2018 and learn about Elon Musk and Grimes’ now-public relationship.

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