Nicki Minaj frequently releases deluxe editions of her albums, successfully repackaging her work to generate more buzz. She recently celebrated the tenth anniversary of The Pinkprint, which was well-received by fans. Following that, she announced Pink Friday 2: The Hiatus, intended to be an extended version of her last album with some extra tracks. However, when Friday came, there was no release of Pink Friday 2: The Hiatus, suggesting the hiatus may have started earlier than expected. Nicki usually releases her albums on time and doesn’t often face delays, unlike some artists who change plans at the last minute. She didn’t specify which songs would be included in The Hiatus, which might have contributed to the delay. It’s also important to note that she saved several songs for the upcoming Pink Friday 3, as she mentioned during an Instagram Live session in September. Nicki told fans that the new music is too good to be wasted on just a deluxe edition, expressing her love for them. While she assured fans she would offer them something soon, patience is required. Many fans, known as Barbz, are unhappy about the lack of new music. The reactions on social media have been mixed. Some fans expressed frustration at staying up for new songs, while others took the "hiatus" part seriously and thanked her for all the music she released over the past year, wishing her well. One fan commented that Nicki has begun her hiatus and mentioned they wouldn’t hear from her until 2025. More reactions about Nicki Minaj's missed release can be found online.
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