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Nicki Minaj, the queen of Rap, has been teasing her fans with a string of well-received singles such as “Super Freaky Girl” and “Red Ruby Da Sleeze.” Now, she has dropped another bombshell – a new pop-oriented song titled “Last Time I Saw You.” This song is not just another addition to her discography but a meaningful tribute to all those who have lost a loved one.
It’s been a long wait for Nicki Minaj fans since her last full-length LP, “Queen,” released in 2018. But the wait seems to be finally over as she is set to mark her return to music this November with “Pink Friday 2”, the sequel to her 2010 classic debut, “Pink Friday”. It is the anticipation of this album that has sparked a renewed interest in her music and has fans eagerly awaiting each new release.
Produced by a talented team including Alex Bak, ATL Jacob, TooDope!, Frankie Bash, and Hendrix Smoke, “Last Time I Saw You” is a song that resonates with deep emotions. It serves as an ode to those grieving the loss of a loved one and beautifully encapsulates the regret one feels for not spending enough time with someone who is no longer around.
The lyrics of the song are poignant and relatable. Nicki sings,
“Beggin’ me to stay, and then you walk away, there’s something that you wanted to say, I was in a rush, but you said you were crushed, and I said, ‘I’d be back, it’s okay,’ I wish I’da hugged you tighter the last time that I saw you, I wish l didn’t waste precious time the night when I called you…”
These lyrics echo the sentiments of regret and longing that are all too familiar to those who have lost someone they care about.
In conjunction with the release of the song, Nicki Minaj shared a heartfelt message on her official website. She expressed her gratitude for the unwavering support of her fans and shared her excitement about the release of the song. In her words,
“I can’t thank you enough for your love and continued support. I have not been excited about the release of a song to this extent for maybe… I don’t know, I can’t even tell you, I don’t even remember when!”
She further expressed her hope that the song would be therapeutic for listeners and encourage them to express their love to the people still in their lives. Nicki concluded her message with a bold claim about her upcoming album, Pink Friday 2, stating that it will be “the best album that’s been released in years.”
To accompany the release of “Last Time I Saw You”, a lyric video was also released. You can check out the video here.
Conclusion
With “Last Time I Saw You”, Nicki Minaj has once again proven her versatility as an artist. She has beautifully combined pop music with deep, meaningful lyrics to create a song that resonates with many. As fans eagerly await the release of Pink Friday 2, one can only expect that it will be filled with more such thought-provoking and soulful songs. If “Last Time I Saw You” is any indication, Pink Friday 2 is set to be one of the best albums in recent years.
