Pamputtae, the Jamaican dancehall sensation, created a stir in Toronto yesterday as she took the stage as the opening act for rap superstar Nicki Minaj. This noteworthy occasion, the second show of Minaj’s Pink Friday 2 Tour in Canada, was a testament to the power of collaboration and support within the music industry. It was a direct result of Minaj’s public commitment in February to assist Pamputtae in obtaining a US visa.
Nicki Minaj’s admiration for Pamputtae was palpable during an Instagram livestream earlier this year when she expressed her desire for the Jamaican to join her tour. In response to Pamputtae, Minaj
enthusiastically declared, “Pamputtae, if you can come out here right now, I will hire you right now on the spot.” Despite the dancehall artiste’s initial lack of a US visa, Minaj was determined to make it happen, stating, “You should be able to go wherever the fk you wanna go… You’re a big fking gyal.”
Fast forward to the Pink Friday 2 Tour in Canada, and Pamputtae found herself centre stage, opening for Minaj. Overflowing with gratitude, Pamputtae took to Instagram to express her thanks, stating,
“First and foremost I want to give thanks to the most high God. Big up @nickiminaj for allowing me to open her second show in Toronto.”
Pamputtae’s emotional performance, complete with waving the Jamaican flag high, resonated with the responsive crowd, showcasing her undeniable talent and stage presence.
Minaj reciprocated the love, commenting on Pamputtae’s post with, “Love you 🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷,” while fellow dancehall artist Spice chimed in with words of encouragement, stating, “It Good ieh Good eh good eh Good ,Good ,Good Woooieeeeeee.”
Pamputtae’s journey from Jamaica to the international stage alongside one of rap’s biggest icons underscores the power of collaboration and support within the music industry.
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