Nicki Minaj ‘Beez in the Trap' Video is a Tribute to Her Mix
Souzan Michael — April 16, 2012 — Naughty
Say what you want about Young Money’s leading lady, but the Nicki Minaj ‘Beez in the Trap’ music video certainly solidifies Ms. Minaj’s place as the hottest female rapper in the game right now, if not ever.
Whether you love her or you hate her, there’s no denying the young star’s talent and more importantly, her impact on pop culture and the current music industry.
The Nicki Minaj ‘Beez in the Trap’ features rapper 2 Chainz and is set in a strip club. Nicki tells MTV News, “When I was doing my mixtapes, I would perform in strip clubs, I would perform in clubs and it was just like some of my most die-hard fans would be in these places.”
The video features Ms. Minaj hanging out in a strip club, and for the first time, rocking some very revealing outfits that show off her now infamous figure. The song and video demonstrate Nicki's ability to venture from the hip hop world to the world of pop music seamlessly.
Whether you love her or you hate her, there’s no denying the young star’s talent and more importantly, her impact on pop culture and the current music industry.
The Nicki Minaj ‘Beez in the Trap’ features rapper 2 Chainz and is set in a strip club. Nicki tells MTV News, “When I was doing my mixtapes, I would perform in strip clubs, I would perform in clubs and it was just like some of my most die-hard fans would be in these places.”
The video features Ms. Minaj hanging out in a strip club, and for the first time, rocking some very revealing outfits that show off her now infamous figure. The song and video demonstrate Nicki's ability to venture from the hip hop world to the world of pop music seamlessly.
Trend Themes
1. Rise of Female Rappers - The increasing popularity of female hip-hop artists such as Nicki Minaj represents an opportunity for the music industry to support more diverse voices and perspectives.
2. Depiction of Strip Clubs in Pop Culture - The use of strip clubs in music videos and other forms of popular media provides an opportunity for the adult entertainment industry to engage a wider audience and potentially break stigma.
3. Redefining Beauty Standards in Pop - Nicki Minaj's unabashed confidence in showcasing her body in the 'Beez in the Trap' video is part of a larger trend in pop culture towards body positivity and diversity.
Industry Implications
1. Music Industry - The music industry has the opportunity to support and promote more diverse voices and perspectives, particularly in the rising popularity of female hip-hop artists.
2. Adult Entertainment Industry - Through the depiction of strip clubs in popular media, the adult entertainment industry has the opportunity to engage with a wider audience and shift cultural attitudes towards the industry.
3. Fashion Industry - Nicki Minaj's use of revealing outfits in the 'Beez in the Trap' video represents an opportunity for the fashion industry to embrace body positivity and diversity in their designs.
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