What makes Beam Me Up Scotty by Nicki Minaj notable?

'Beam Me Up Scotty' played a crucial role in solidifying Nicki Minaj's place in hip-hop, garnering critical acclaim and showcasing her versatility. The mixtape includes several tracks that became fan favorites and are often credited with influencing subsequent female rappers. It received praise for its bold lyricism and innovative production, contributing to Minaj's eventual commercial success. Released in 2009, 'Beam Me Up Scotty' was Nicki Minaj's first mixtape, following her earlier work with the group Full Force. This project marked a significant step in her rise to prominence, showcasing her unique style and lyrical prowess that would later define her debut album 'Pink Friday'. At this point, she was gaining traction in the hip-hop scene, having already collaborated with established artists and begun to carve out her identity as a solo performer.

Who is Beam Me Up Scotty for?

Beam Me Up Scotty works well if you're into playful bravado and sharp lyricism, dynamic flow with interludes and wave-like pacing for engagement.

How many songs are on Beam Me Up Scotty?

Beam Me Up Scotty has 23 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.

Beam Me Up Scotty

Nicki Minaj · 2009

77 min · 23 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop

A vibrant collage of sharp lyricism and playful bravado, underscored by inventive beats and dynamic flows.

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'Beam Me Up Scotty' played a crucial role in solidifying Nicki Minaj's place in hip-hop, garnering critical acclaim and showcasing her versatility. The mixtape includes several tracks that became fan favorites and are often credited with influencing subsequent female rappers. It received praise for its bold lyricism and innovative production, contributing to Minaj's eventual commercial success.

Best for: playful bravado and sharp lyricism dynamic flow with interludes wave-like pacing for engagement
Context: Released in 2009, 'Beam Me Up Scotty' was Nicki Minaj's first mixtape, following her earlier work with the group Full Force. This project marked a significant step in her rise to prominence, showcasing her unique style and lyrical prowess that would later define her debut album 'Pink Friday'. At this point, she was gaining traction in the hip-hop scene, having already collaborated with established artists and begun to carve out her identity as a solo performer.
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Tracklist

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1 Seeing Green 5:39
2 Fractions 3:01
3 Crocodile Teeth (remix) Standout 3:37
4 Chi‐Raq 3:51
5 Boss Ass Bitch (remix) 4:08
6 Intro 1:03
7 Itty Bitty Piggy Standout 4:06
8 I Get Crazy 3:40
9 Kill da DJ 3:01
10 Nicki Minaj Speaks 0:19
11 Slumber Party 3:30
12 Shopaholic 5:32
13 Gotta Go Hard 5:55
14 Nicki Minaj Speaks #2 1:09
15 Best I Ever Had (remix) 5:25
16 Keys Under Palm Trees 2:50
17 Silly 1:30
18 Easy 4:05
19 Nicki Minaj Speaks #3 0:52
20 Envy 3:27
21 Can Anybody Hear Me? 3:25
22 Still I Rise 3:08
23 Beam Me Up Scotty 3:58

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