Nicki Minaj, Monica and Keyshia Cole sent waves of excitement through social media on Dec. 1, appearing together on Instagram Live. The unexpected meet-up, a week before the release of Minaj’s fifth studio album Pink Friday 2, left fans buzzing with anticipation.
Minaj, who has boldly claimed her upcoming album will “heal the world,” has sparked a sea of nostalgia among R&B fans. The rapper’s birthday on Dec. 8, coinciding with the album’s release, has fans eagerly awaiting what’s to come.
.@NICKIMINAJ Full Instagram Live Ft Monica & Keyshia Cole ✨ 12-2-23 pic.twitter.com/za481wnr8A
— ONIKA LIVE (@ONIKALIVE) December 2, 2023
This isn’t the first time Minaj and Cole have joined forces. Their collaboration on Cole’s hit song “I Ain’t Thru” showcased the duo’s musical prowess. While Minaj and Monica have yet to collaborate, the “Super Bass” rapper has expressed admiration for the R&B icon.
Miss Keyshia Cole & Nicki Minaj – I ain’t through. Do y’all think we’re getting a collab with Monica on #PinkFriday2 👀👀 pic.twitter.com/mA7coiasAe
— Rouge Minaj (@RogueMinaj) December 2, 2023
Pink Friday 2 is already channeling early 2000s vibes, with fans hoping it will provide a cultural reset for the music industry. The surprise Instagram Live session, featuring the three music powerhouses, has only heightened the frenzy surrounding the album’s release.
Fans reacted to the surprise Instagram Live video below.
Did I just see Nicki Minaj, Keyshia Cole, and Monica in the same room???
— jordan (@mrstartender) December 2, 2023
NICKI MINAJ KEYSHIA COLE & MONICA??????? OMGGG pic.twitter.com/wJmwOVdSHL
— K3⚡️ (@kingkongkenn) December 2, 2023
So I’m a just assume that meant we’re getting a Nicki Minaj x Monica x Keyshia Cole song on the album 😂🤣 that was the most random live ever lol
— 🌴TheyCallMeShady🌴 (@Mansur_Daron) December 2, 2023