Nicki Minj Black Women Analysis

Black Female Musicians Reign Queen Over Music Industry Media and pop culture figures such as Beyoncé and Nicki Minaj remain the most controversial woman portrayed in the media. Their images are constantly scrutinized as either “hypersexual” or as an intrusive force in politics, one that should “stick to music instead of making political statements”. Though society stereotype them as Jezebels, both of these artists transcend societal norms and reign as highly successful woman in a predominantly-white music industry while setting the example that women can celebrate their sexuality, be confident, be themselves, and experiment whilst enjoying their success. Nicki Minaj, an outspoken woman with a strong personality, refuses to be silenced by the media who discourage her right to self-expression and label her as promiscuous and demonized. She embraces her sexuality and has stated, “Women should be allowed to be as hardcore
Beyoncé shows that women do not have to be silent, they can belt out sultry notes because they want to, and not because that is the only way to sell music. According to “Misrepresentation”, social media tells girls that confidence and accomplishment is not enough and that beauty reigns supreme. Well, Beyoncé (and Nicki for that matter) uplifts other women and shows that there is a wonderful exception that is within achievement with their mere existence. Her new, fast-selling album “Lemonade” contains a message of forgiveness, black empowerment, and women empowerment all in one-- a contradiction that simultaneously represents Beyoncé and womanhood. Furthermore, Beyoncé includes diverse women of color and background as her dancers. This use of diversity sends messages to young girls that beauty is not only defined as “thin blonde and white ” image, as presented in the