Exploring The Lives of Nicki Minaj’s Parents, Robert And Carol Maraj

While Nicki Minaj may reign as the queen of rap, her origins trace back to her parents. The rapper, known for hits like ‘Super Freaky Girl,’ was born as Onika Tanya Maraj in Trinidad to her parents, Robert and Carol Maraj.

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At the age of 3, her parents relocated from the Caribbean island to New York City, leaving Nicki to reside with her grandmother. After two years, they returned to bring her and her brother to join them in South Jamaica, Queens.

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“You figure out the value of money when you come from a different country, and then you don’t have what the other kids have,” she added  “Children know a lot more than you think regarding poverty.” From an early age, Nicki set a personal goal to achieve wealth and fame with the aspiration of purchasing a house for her mother. Remarkably, at just 5 years old, she fervently prayed for her dream to become a reality.

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Nicki inherited her vocal talents from her mother, a gospel singer in her own right. In 2019, her mother released singles such as ‘What Makes You’ and participated in discussions about her music on PeopleTV.

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Carol and Robert consistently showed their unwavering support for Nicki’s aspirations, whether it involved enrolling her in LaGuardia High School, a renowned performing arts institution in New York City, or offering prayers for her success in church.

-Sushmita Sarkar