New York rapper 50 Cent can’t help but let trolling get the best of him. The hip-hop veteran has social media’s attention after taking a playful jab at Grammy-winning rapper Lil Nas X for imagining himself as rap heavyweight Nicki Minaj for Halloween.
50 Cent and Lil Nas X Clash Over Nicki Minaj
Fifty appeared to strike first by going to his Twitter page to check Nas. The rap star pleaded with Nicki to come and help Nas after seeing his face cropped onto her body.
“what the f*ck, Nikki come get him !!! Lol” -50 Cent’s Twitter
Shortly after 50’s trolling, Lil Nas X defended his image and love for Nicki by checking the New York hip-hop artist.
“why u in barb business?” -Lil Nas X’s Twitter
Lil Nas X Loves Nicki Minaj
Initially, X went to his Twitter page to show Nicki major love. Nas shared a collection of pics showing his head and complexion cropped into Nicki’s body.
Nicki Minaj + Lil Nas X Connect
In mid-June 2020, Nicki Minaj responded to X after he came clean about being a longtime Barbie. She also applauded Lil Nas for opening up about his sexuality.
“It was a bit of a sting when you denied being a barb, but I understand. ? Congratulations on building up your confidence to speak your truth. @LilNasX” -Nicki Minaj’s Twitter
The Open Apology
Initially, X openly apologized to Nicki for not coming clean about his support of the Barbie queen. He also said fear of not getting support as a gay musician forced him to keep quiet.
“the generous queen, i love u. and i’m sorry i did that in a time where u were already getting so much bandwagon hate. i felt so bad, hoping u wouldn’t see my denial. i was just so afraid of people finding out about me and losing everything before i even got a chance.” -Lil Nas X’s Twitter