Watch Nicki Minaj’s E! Special

Becky Bain | July 14, 2011 10:33 am

Nicki Minaj’s E! Special was an hour-long peek under the wig of the woman who would become Harajuku Barbie. In the interview and documentary (which featured cameos by Lil Wayne and Swizz Beatz, as well as Nicki’s mama), the “Super Bass” rapper/singer discussed growing up poor, getting hooked up with Weezy and Young Money, her rise to success and her beef with Lil Kim. However, our favorite part by far comes early, as we watch an itty bitty Onika Maraj from P.S. 45 say she wants to be a nurse when she grows up so she can help people — before she starts performing in plays and realizes she’s a born entertainer. Watch the iHeart Radio performer‘s whole special below.

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

[Via Hip-Hop Wired]