In February 2024, Megan Thee Stallion ignited a feud with Nicki Minaj through her track “HISS,” which not only earned her first solo No. 1 on the Hot 100 but also prompted Minaj to respond with her diss track “Big Foot.” Despite the tension, both artists had largely kept their conflict low-key until now.
In a recent interview with Billboard, Megan expressed confusion over the feud, stating, “I still, to this day, don’t know what the problem is. I don’t even know what could be reconciled.” This statement highlights her uncertainty regarding the origins of their conflict, which many speculate began after Megan collaborated with Cardi B on “WAP” in 2020, following their earlier collaboration on “Hot Girl Summer” in 2019.
Megan dismissed rumors of a significant change in her relationship with Minaj, asserting, “Me and Nicki, our relationship hasn’t changed since we did ‘Hot Girl Summer.’” She emphasized that women in the industry can coexist without being catty, countering popular opinions that suggest otherwise.
In her Billboard cover story, Megan also discussed her self-titled album released in June, which features 18 tracks, including collaborations with Yuki Chiba and Kyle Richh. She expressed her desire to showcase her personal interests, including her love for anime and Southern culture, stating, “I wanted to be myself. I feel like I did that.”
Megan highlighted the significance of the track “Paper Together,” which features posthumous verses from Pimp C, calling it a blessing to collaborate with her favorite rapper. As the feud continues to unfold, Megan remains focused on her music and upcoming tour while navigating the complexities of her relationship with Minaj.