#Barbz bummed at news Nicki Minaj pushed her long-awaited fifth studio album, ‘Pink Friday 2,’ from its original October 20 release date to November 17 were dealt another crushing blow Tuesday (October 24) when the GRAMMY-nominated rapstress confirmed another delay.
Taking to Instagram Live on Tuesday night, Minaj revealed the project will now arrive on December 8.
“The new album date for this incredible body of work, that I am so proud of is on a special day to me and to the Barbz — it will come out on my birthday,” said Nicki. “Pink Friday 2 I am so happy to announce will be out on my birthday.
Originally set to go head-to-head with her mentor Lil Wayne‘s forthcoming album, ‘Welcome 2 Collegrove,’ the project will now arrive just weeks before Christmas.
Fans disappointed by the updated were consoled by news the ‘Pink Friday 2 Tour‘ will see its pre-sale launch on its parent project’s former November 17 release date.
At writing, the full list of stops has yet to be released.