The ongoing feud between two of hip-hop’s most prominent women, Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion, escalated sharply in late January, grabbing the attention of fans and sparking debate across social media. The drama reached a peak on January 29, when Minaj dropped her fiery solo track “Big Foot,” widely seen as a direct response to Megan’s earlier release, “Hiss.”

The Spark That Ignited It All

Megan Thee Stallion’s “Hiss,” released just days before Minaj’s rebuttal, tackled various issues in Megan’s life as a public figure. But it was one lyric in particular that drew controversy: “These hoes don’t be mad at Megan, these hoes mad at Megan’s Law.” While on the surface the line references the federal law that requires authorities to publicly list registered sex offenders, many listeners interpreted it as a pointed jab at Nicki Minaj’s husband, Kenneth Petty.

Petty, who was convicted of attempted rape in 1995 and later served time for manslaughter, has long been a subject of public scrutiny. Megan didn’t name anyone explicitly, but the reference to Megan’s Law reignited public discussion about Petty’s criminal history. The implication wasn’t lost on fans — or on Minaj herself.

Minaj Defends Her Husband

Nicki Minaj, who has consistently defended her husband against critics, didn’t waste time responding. She addressed the controversy during an Instagram Live session, sounding visibly irritated as she previewed a new track that referenced the 2020 incident in which Megan was shot in the foot by rapper Tory Lanez. That case dominated headlines for years and concluded in 2023 with Lanez being sentenced to ten years in prison.

Although Minaj stayed off-camera for most of her livestream, her tone left little doubt about her frustration. The unreleased song she previewed took aim at the shooting, which many viewed as a sensitive and personal subject for Megan.

History Between the Rappers

Despite the current tension, things weren’t always so combative between the two artists. In fact, they previously collaborated on the 2019 summer anthem “Hot Girl Summer,” a moment that seemed to mark a strong professional relationship. However, over the past few years, fans have noticed signs of strain between them.

The first hints of discord appeared when Minaj released her album “Pink Friday 2” in December. In the track “FTCU,” she raps, “Stay in your Tory Lanez, bitch, I’m not Iggy,” a line many interpreted as a veiled dig at Megan. The lyric not only invoked Lanez but also name-dropped Iggy Azalea, who wrote a character reference for Lanez during his sentencing.

This added fuel to speculation that Minaj had chosen sides in the highly publicized court case, further alienating her from Megan.

Megan’s Response

While Minaj was airing her grievances on Instagram, Megan addressed the buzz surrounding “Hiss” during an interview on “The Breakfast Club.” She remained cryptic about who the song targeted but offered a strong statement about her intentions. “It’s for the motherfuckers who use Megan Thee Stallion’s name — they get 24 hours of attention,” she said. “A hit dog gon’ holler. That’s it. Whoever feel it, feel it.”

Her comments only intensified speculation, with fans dissecting every lyric and public comment to determine who was taking shots at whom.

What’s Next?

As both artists continue to stand their ground, it’s clear the feud has become more than just a lyrical battle — it’s now a reflection of deeper personal and professional tensions. The situation is being watched closely by fans and media alike, with many wondering whether more diss tracks, interviews, or public jabs are yet to come.

While Minaj and Megan once shared a moment of unity, the current climate between them is far from friendly. Whether the rift will eventually heal or deepen further remains to be seen. For now, their war of words stands as one of the most high-profile beefs in modern rap.