Nicki Minaj and Monica, who previously collaborated on “Love Me Enough,” are teaming up again for an exciting tour.
The much-anticipated “Pink Friday 2 Tour” by Hip-Hop sensation Nicki Minaj is set to kick off on March 1 at the Oakland Arena in California.
R&B legend Monica has been announced as a special guest performer for the tour's duration.
During a recent appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Monica shared the exciting news about joining the “Pink Friday 2 Tour.” Nicki Minaj further amplified the announcement with a heartfelt post on social media.
In an Instagram post, Minaj expressed her admiration for Monica, stating, “This woman has been one of my biggest inspirations since my junior high school days. The iconic, trailblazing Miss Thang herself – a continuous hitmaker.”
Minaj, “The phenomenal @monicadenise will be joining me on stage for the US legs of the #PinkFriday2 #GagCity Tour, bringing an incredible lineup of artists.”
For the album's bonus track “Love Me Enough,” Minaj brought together Monica and another R&B talent, Keyshia Cole.
The album made an impressive debut, securing the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart by selling 228,000 units in its first week.
Monica, hailing from Atlanta, has also enjoyed chart-topping success, including a No. 1 Billboard 200 album with 2003’s "After the Storm." She boasts three No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100, such as the renowned “The Boy Is Mine” collaboration with Brandy.
Spanning until May 13 with a final show in Oklahoma City, the “Pink Friday 2 Tour” will see Minaj, originally from Trinidad, and Monica performing in several major cities across North America including Las Vegas, Atlanta, Philadelphia, New York, Toronto, Chicago, and Houston, promising an unforgettable experience for fans of both artists.
Monica On The Jennifer Husdon Show