Nicki Minaj: Road to the BET Awards 2013

The next stop for the star is the biggest night in music.

Road to the BET Awards 2013 - From July of last year to now, Nicki Minaj has stayed busy in more ways that one. Not just limiting her brand to that of music, the "Starships" rapper has managed to land endorsements, judge future stars on American Idol and, of course, do what she's notoriously known for: adding a sick feature verse on an already insane track. We've got you covered on all things Nicki.(Photo: Jonathan Leibson/WireImage)

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Road to the BET Awards 2013 - From July of last year to now, Nicki Minaj has stayed busy in more ways that one. Not just limiting her brand to that of music, the "Starships" rapper has managed to land endorsements, judge future stars on American Idol and, of course, do what she's notoriously known for: adding a sick feature verse on an already insane track. We've got you covered on all things Nicki.(Photo: Jonathan Leibson/WireImage)

Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, Randy Jackson and American Idol - The drama behind-the-scenes of American Idol  turned out to be more interesting than the show itself, which may be precisely why the network was rumored to have fired all of the judges except Keith Urban. Not one to be dumped, Randy Jackson made it clear to the press that he quit the show, not the other way around. He was, however, axed by his friend and co-host Carey, who also gave him the pink slip as her manager. (Photo: FOX via Getty Images)

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Judge Nicki - September 16, 2012 - Raising the scope of her stardom, Nicki Minaj officially joined the judging panel of America's favorite music competition, American Idol. The rapper quickly became known as the "tough" judge, telling it like it is every week.(Photo: FOX via Getty Images)

Daytime Talk Show - Who wouldn’t tune-in to see these two super-talented, intelligent, diverse women tackle the hot topics in mainstream news and pop culture? Invited guest might get caught in the crossfire at times, but these debates would be can’t miss TV.(Photos from left: Noel Vasquez/Getty Images, Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Meow! - October 3, 2012 - Though everything seemed to be fine at first, the show began to receive negative press after Minaj and music icon Mariah Carey got into a public spat on the show's set. The entire exchange was caught on camera and soon escalated to the point where Carey admitted to hiring extra security for her safety.(Photos from left: Noel Vasquez/Getty Images, Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

Nicki's a Freak - March 7, 2013 - Getting back on her features grind, the queen of the Barbz was featured in French Montana's music video for their single "Freaks" which saw the rapper go back to her Caribbean roots.(Photos from left: Caroline McCredie/Getty Images, John Ricard / BET)

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Nicki's a Freak - March 7, 2013 - Getting back on her features grind, the queen of the Barbz was featured in French Montana's music video for their single "Freaks" which saw the rapper go back to her Caribbean roots.(Photos from left: Caroline McCredie/Getty Images, John Ricard / BET)

Time to Switch Things Up - April 2013 - Ditching the pink wigs and the playful frocks, Minaj flaunted a fresh new look on the April 2013 issue of Elle magazine. Taking the world by surprise, the rapper rocked a clean face, wet hair, and a leather jacket.(Photo: Elle Magazine, April 2013)

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Time to Switch Things Up - April 2013 - Ditching the pink wigs and the playful frocks, Minaj flaunted a fresh new look on the April 2013 issue of Elle magazine. Taking the world by surprise, the rapper rocked a clean face, wet hair, and a leather jacket.(Photo: Elle Magazine, April 2013)

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Nicki Minaj ft. Lil Wayne - "High School" - Nicki took us back to our formative years on this one.(Photo: Young Money Records)

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On Screen Romance - April 2, 2013 - In perhaps the only time when it's OK to get steamy with your boss, Nicki filmed the music video for her single "High School," which featured an intimate bedroom scene with the YMCMB giant, Lil' Wayne.(Photo: Universal Music)

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Endorsement Queen - April 5, 2013 - Proving to be quite the savvy businesswoman, Minaj was announced as the new spokesperson for the "Pink Pill" released under the Beats by Dre brand. Though the rapper was sporting a new polished look, she managed to keep her signature "kissy face" pose.(Photo: Beats By Dre)

"Old" Nicki? - April 10, 2013 - Ever since she expanded into the world of pop, Minaj's core fans have been yearning for the "Old Nicki" to return. Giving her die hards what they want, Minaj released the gritty music video for fan favorite "Up In Flames." (Photo: Universal Music)

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"Old" Nicki? - April 10, 2013 - Ever since she expanded into the world of pop, Minaj's core fans have been yearning for the "Old Nicki" to return. Giving her die hards what they want, Minaj released the gritty music video for fan favorite "Up In Flames." (Photo: Universal Music)

Nicki Minaj - This navy blue dress from Tommy Hilfiger marked the beginning of Nicki Minaj’s transition from eccentric to sophisticate. The rapper stayed true to the 2013 Met Gala’s punk rock theme by rocking a headful of bleach blonde curls a lá '80s glam. (Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images)

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Fashionista Flow - May 6, 2013 - Always one to bring the wow-factor in her clothing, Minaj did not disappoint when she attended the 2013 Punk-themed Met Gala. Dressed in a navy floor-length Tommy Hilfiger cutout gown, Minaj proved that she could rock a toned down look ... with platinum blonde wavy hair, of course.(Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images)

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Raking in the Awards - May 14, 2013 - We officially announced that the "Beez In The Trap" rapper is nominated for "Best Female Hip Hop Artist" at the 2013 BET Awards. She's up against hip hop rookies and veterans alike such as Azealia Banks and Eve. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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Raking in the Awards - May 14, 2013 - We officially announced that the "Beez In The Trap" rapper is nominated for "Best Female Hip Hop Artist" at the 2013 BET Awards. She's up against hip hop rookies and veterans alike such as Azealia Banks and Eve. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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Darling Nicki - Lil Wayne turned an underground Queens rapper into a star when he signed Nicki Minaj to his label Young Money, also in 2009. He's executive produced both of Nicki's platinum-plus releases, Pink Friday and Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded, and Onika has become one of the biggest stars in the rap game with a unique commercial appeal.(Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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Too Hot For TV - May 19, 2013 - Giving the world an extended preview of their "High School" romance scene, Nicki Minaj and Weezy took to the stage at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards to perform the track, giving the audience a huge surprise at the end: a lap dance that some may say is too hot for TV.(Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

"I'm Out" Featuring Nicki Minaj - If Ciara is trying to rise above the fray, this opening club banger could be seen as a step into the right direction. Emerging buzzsaw synth flourishes, clapping breakdowns and chanty lyrics about partying in the face of heartbreak, while made to fall right into the mix, give the standard dancefloor vibe. Nicki Minaj offers her usual blazing guest verse to turn this into the latest female anthem. (Photos: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Nicki + CiCi - May 22, 2013 - "I'm Out," Ciara's track featuring Minaj, leaks online to rave reviews from fans of both artists.The track opens with Nicki rapping, “Eh Yo CiCi, let me show you how to do a singing b-tch greasy.” Many speculate that this was the rapper’s way of addressing Ciara and Rihanna’s long-time beef.(Photos: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Beef? What Beef? - May 28, 2013 - Anyone remember the infamous Hot 97 performance cancellation fiasco that occurred last year? Well, after the show's host, Peter Rosenberg, blasted Minaj's pop smash "Starships," all is well as Minaj visited the morning show and squashed her beef with Rosenberg.Don't you just love happy endings?(Photo: Instagram via Nicki Minaj)

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Bye, Bye "Idol" - May 30, 2013 - Nicki Minaj officially announced her departure from American Idol after one season. She tweeted, "Thank you American Idol for a life changing experience! Wouldn't trade it for the world! Time to focus on the Music!!! Mmmuuuaahhh!!!" (Photo: FOX via Getty Images)

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Barbie Banter - Nicki Minaj ripped through her Hot 97 Summer Jam set, one year after she was a no-show over a rift with the station. Minaj and Hot 97 mended their relationship, and not a moment too soon. The Big Apple native truly shines on her homecourt.  

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She's baaack! - June 2, 2013 - After opting not to perform at the event at the very last minute in 2012, Minaj performed at this year's Hot 97 Summer Jam Concert during 2 Chainz's set. They performed "I Love Them Strippers" and "Beez In The Trap."  (Photo: Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images)