Nicki Minaj Says Married Life Has
Been 'Refreshing and Calming' The rap star married her childhood friend,
Kenneth Petty, in 2019. While appearing on 'Young Money Radio' with Lil Wayne,
Minaj said she loves life with her husband and
"can't complain" about their romance. Nicki Minaj, on
'Young Money Radio' Nicki Minaj, on
'Young Money Radio' During the interview, Minaj also discussed
the challenge of earning recognition as a
female rapper at the start of her career. Lil Wayne even revealed that back in 2009, when he was
poised to sign Minaj to his record label, people within
the industry urged him to reconsider the move.