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In the world of music, nothing stands still. Fresh tunes replace old ones, new collaborations spring up, and sometimes, certain trains just leave the station. This seems to be the case with Nicki Minaj and her verse on the track “New Body.” Once intended to feature on Ye’s (formerly known as Kanye West) discarded 2018 album, “Yandhi,” the song recently resurfaced on the rumored playlist for his latest joint venture with Ty Dolla $ign, “Vultures.”
“Now regarding Kanye… that train has left the station, okay?” – Nicki Minaj during an Instagram Live session.
Despite the previous plans and the evident enthusiasm from Ye’s side, Minaj has made her standpoint clear: her verse will not be a part of the final cut. She affirmed this during a recent Instagram Live session, amidst a wave of queries from her fans. Her reasons are quite straightforward. With a brand-new album out, it seems counterintuitive to her to release a song that’s been in the making for three years.
Nicki Minaj, known for her bold and dramatically expressive persona, never shies away from speaking her mind. Her decision not to clear her verse for “New Body” is a testament to her nonconformity and independence.
The journey between Nicki Minaj and Ye has been marked with creative collaboration and mutual respect. However, the recent tides seem to have turned, making their musical journey together a thing of the past. Amidst recent music news, Minaj’s frank statement underscores her focus on moving forward with her own music, leaving no room for reissues of past collaborations.
The reason behind Minaj’s refusal to clear her verse for “New Body” is the release of her brand-new album. This album represents a new era for Minaj— an era that does not include re-releasing a song that has been out in the ether for three years.
In the end, it all boils down to one thing: the train has left the station. Irrespective of the buzz in the music news, Minaj’s decision is final and clear. There’s no turning back for her. As she continues to create and inspire, her fans are eager to see what’s next for her. One thing is for sure— her journey is far from over.
