LOS ANGELES, CA — Rap icon Nicki Minaj has sent her fanbase, the Barbz, into a frenzy by announcing that her next major project will be a full-length studio album titled Pink Friday 3.
In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), Minaj explained that she has decided to cancel the long-awaited deluxe version of Pink Friday 2 because the new material she has been recording is “too good to be thrown away on a deluxe album.”
Why the Change?
Minaj shared that the creative process following her Pink Friday 2 World Tour led to “iconic” new tracks that deserved their own platform. She emphasized that she wants to preserve the “integrity and respect” of Pink Friday 2 as a standalone body of work, especially as it was her first album since becoming a mother.
“1 or 2 songs is no big deal, but 5-7 songs feels a little sloppy right now,” Minaj wrote. “I want to be certain that I am being intentional about every single decision being made around both PF2 and PF3.”
Release Date and Teasers
While a specific tracklist has not yet been released, Minaj previously teased a cryptic date—March 27, 2026 (3.27.26)—followed by a CD emoji, which many fans believe is the official launch date for the new era.
She also assured fans that popular unreleased tracks, such as “Mamita” and a song frequently referred to as the “Anxiety” song, will still be part of her upcoming plans and tour performances.
The Pink Friday Legacy
Pink Friday 3 marks the third installment in the series that began with her 2010 debut. Her most recent effort, Pink Friday 2 (released in December 2023), debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, making her the first female rapper in history to achieve three chart-topping albums.
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