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Playtime Is Over

Nicki Minaj · 2007

54 min · 20 tracks · contemporary R&B ยท hip-hop

A fierce blend of braggadocious bars and playful hooks showcasing Minaj's early lyrical prowess and diverse vocal styles.

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Best for
braggadocious energy for confidence playful hooks for group listening dynamic flow with surprises
Context
Upon releasing 'Playtime Is Over' in 2007, Nicki Minaj was establishing her identity in the hip-hop landscape, following her debut mixtape 'Playtime Is Over'. This project marked her transition from underground artist to a prominent figure in rap, setting the stage for her breakthrough with 'Pink Friday' three years later.
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contemporary R&B, hip-hop

Playtime Is Over is an album by Nicki Minaj, released in 2007. A fierce blend of braggadocious bars and playful hooks showcasing Minaj's early lyrical prowess and diverse vocal styles. This mixtape helped solidify Minaj's reputation as a formidable lyricist in hip-hop. It featured tracks that garnered significant attention online, contributing to her rise in popularity and leading to major label interest. The mixtape has since been recognized as a key release that influenced female rappers who followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Playtime Is Over sound like?

A fierce blend of braggadocious bars and playful hooks showcasing Minaj's early lyrical prowess and diverse vocal styles. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.

What makes Playtime Is Over by Nicki Minaj notable?

This mixtape helped solidify Minaj's reputation as a formidable lyricist in hip-hop. It featured tracks that garnered significant attention online, contributing to her rise in popularity and leading to major label interest. The mixtape has since been recognized as a key release that influenced female rappers who followed. Upon releasing 'Playtime Is Over' in 2007, Nicki Minaj was establishing her identity in the hip-hop landscape, following her debut mixtape 'Playtime Is Over'. This project marked her transition from underground artist to a prominent figure in rap, setting the stage for her breakthrough with 'Pink Friday' three years later.

Who is Playtime Is Over for?

Playtime Is Over works well if you're into braggadocious energy for confidence, playful hooks for group listening and dynamic flow with surprises.

How many songs are on Playtime Is Over?

Playtime Is Over has 20 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Tracklist

20 tracks·54:51

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  • 1 1-900 Ms Minaj Standout 4:47
  • 2 Dreams '07 2:39
  • 3 Wuchoo Know 2:18
  • 4 Interlude 1:49
  • 5 Can't Stop Won't Stop Standout 2:26
  • 6 Playtime Is Over 1:45
  • 7 Jump Off '07 2:24
  • 8 Click Clack 4:02
  • 9 40 Bars Standout 2:08
  • 10 Dilly Dally 3:03
  • 11 Warning 2:52
  • 12 N.I.G.G.A.S. 3:47
  • 13 Sunshine 2:39
  • 14 Letcha Go 2:36
  • 15 Sticks In My Bun 2:45
  • 16 I'm Cumin' 2:03
  • 17 Freestyle 1:00
  • 18 Hood Story 1:59
  • 19 Ease Up 3:39
  • 20 Encore '07 4:10

Release Date

January 1, 2007

Genre

contemporary R&B, hip-hop

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Artist Origin

Trinidad and Tobago

Runtime

54 min 51 sec