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Girl on Fire

Nicki Minaj · 2012

8 min · 2 tracks · contemporary R&B ยท hip-hop

A fiery anthem of empowerment blending hip-hop bravado with soaring pop sensibilities.

Girl on Fire is a single by Nicki Minaj, released in 2012. A fiery anthem of empowerment blending hip-hop bravado with soaring pop sensibilities. 'Girl on Fire' achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number one on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and earning multiple award nominations. The song's themes of strength and independence resonated widely, making it an anthem for empowerment and influencing a generation of artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Girl on Fire sound like?

A fiery anthem of empowerment blending hip-hop bravado with soaring pop sensibilities. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.

What makes Girl on Fire by Nicki Minaj notable?

'Girl on Fire' achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number one on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and earning multiple award nominations. The song's themes of strength and independence resonated widely, making it an anthem for empowerment and influencing a generation of artists. By the time 'Girl on Fire' was released in September 2012, Nicki Minaj was transitioning from her debut album, 'Pink Friday,' which had established her as a mainstream artist. This release marked her first foray into producing music that emphasized her identity as a powerful female figure in hip-hop, building on the momentum from her earlier successes.

How many songs are on Girl on Fire?

Girl on Fire has 2 tracks, running approximately 8 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·8:15

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Girl on Fire Standout 3:44
  • 2 Girl on Fire (Inferno version) Standout 4:30

Release Date

September 4, 2012

Genre

contemporary R&B, hip-hop

More albums in contemporary R&B

Artist Origin

Trinidad and Tobago

Runtime

8 min 15 sec