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Nicki Minaj Doesn't Like a Flashy Rich Man

Nicki Minaj opens up about turns her off in a man.
Nicki Minaj Turned Off by Rich Guys
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By Derrick Bryson Taylor · Updated October 28, 2020
Nicki Minaj knows exactly what she wants in a man — and it’s not money! The rapper opened up to Cosmopolitan about what turns her off  — so guys, take note!

Minaj revealed she’s not too impressed by money or status. “I may be smiling in their face, but my antenna is up. When they’re trying to show their cash or their watch, it’s an immediate turn-off,” she says.

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She’s got a point. Why try to impress a woman who has her own fame and wealth? It’s clear you’ve got to have more to offer this leading lady.

“I’m around millionaires and athletes every day who think, ‘All I need to do is get in a room with Nicki Minaj,’ and they’re gonna leave with my number. You can’t run a game on a rapper. I’m always 10 steps ahead of a them.”

Classic!

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Now for the physical — sure he needs to be cute but he must have a cute profile for Minaj to be turned on.

“I do like a dope nose profile, one that’s straight on the side. And I like full lips. I’ve never kissed someone who doesn’t have full lips.”

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