Nicki Minaj's Europe tour has been a whirlwind, marked by high-energy performances and unexpected drama. She faced an unexpected turn in her journey when Amsterdam authorities detained her for marijuana possession. Minaj expressed her frustration with Dutch police, stating, “I felt subhuman during the whole encounter.” The ordeal sparked a series of cancellations and rescheduled dates, leaving fans and the media buzzing. The Arrest That Shook the Tour On May 25, authorities at Schiphol Airport stopped Minaj and claimed to have found marijuana in her luggage. She was on her way to Manchester for her next show. Minaj was visibly upset. She recorded the interaction and demanded legal representation. Minaj later shared on social media, “My bags were taken without my consent.” She insisted that the...
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Nicki Minaj's Europe tour has been a whirlwind, marked by high-energy performances and unexpected drama. She faced an unexpected turn in her journey when Amsterdam authorities detained her for marijuana possession.
Minaj expressed her frustration with Dutch police, stating, “I felt subhuman during the whole encounter.”
The ordeal sparked a series of cancellations and rescheduled dates, leaving fans and the media buzzing.
The Arrest That Shook the Tour
On May 25, authorities at Schiphol Airport stopped Minaj and claimed to have found marijuana in her luggage. She was on her way to Manchester for her next show. Minaj was visibly upset. She recorded the interaction and demanded legal representation.
Minaj later shared on social media, “My bags were taken without my consent.”
She insisted that the “pre-rolls” belonged to a member of her security team. The detainment lasted several hours, resulting in her missing the Manchester show. The authorities fined the singer 350 euros and released them. However, the incident had already taken its toll.
Minaj felt there was racial discrimination behind her arrest, saying, “It felt worse knowing that something is being done to you on purpose simply because you are a confident other race.”
The fallout from this event was swift and significant.
Cancellation Chaos
Following the arrest, Minaj decided to cancel her second show in Amsterdam, scheduled for June 2.
Concert promoter Mojo announced, “Due to the events of last week, the Nicki Minaj show will no longer be taking place.”
Fans understandably felt disappointed and received refunds for their tickets. Minaj took to social media to explain her decision, citing the distress caused by the arrest.
She revealed, “The treatment was just disgusting, and I wouldn't wish that on anyone.”
Despite the setback, she remained determined to continue the tour, albeit with some adjustments.
Bouncing Back with More Dates
In the wake of the Amsterdam incident, Minaj announced an additional 22 U.S. dates for her Pink Friday 2 World Tour.
She expressed her excitement about the new dates, stating, “I can’t wait to see my Barbz in the U.S.”
This announcement was a relief for her fans, who were eager to see her perform despite the recent turmoil. Minaj’s tour, supporting her album "Pink Friday 2," has been her largest to date. Released in December, the album debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart. It solidified her status as a top artist. The success of the album also added another layer of anticipation to the tour, which has been a rollercoaster of emotions for both Minaj and her fans.
Dealing with the Drama
Minaj candidly discusses the challenges she faced during the tour.
She alleged there was a conspiracy to sabotage her success, sharing on social media, “People are mad that it’s this successful.”
She also mentioned issues with her travel arrangements, writing, “Got caught stealing money from my travel/jets. Got fired.”
Despite these hurdles, Minaj has remained resilient. She made it to Manchester and invited fans to meet her outside her hotel to apologize for the missed show. The singer dedicates herself to her fans and overcomes obstacles, demonstrating her strength and commitment.
As the tour continues, Minaj focuses on delivering unforgettable performances and connecting with her fans. The drama surrounding her Europe tour has only made her more determined to succeed. With the additional U.S. dates, there’s no doubt that Minaj will continue to captivate audiences around the world.