Nicki Minaj’s music is yet again at the center of expectation with the rumor of a new track titled “Patience.” The track was reportedly registered with the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP), giving rise to the expectation of incoming new music. Contradicting reports, however, have left fans speculating whether or not the allegations are true.
ASCAP is very significant to the music industry since it enables artists to receive royalties for their works every time their songs are played publicly, whether on streaming platforms, radio, or live. Having a song registered with ASCAP means that critical information such as the title, writers, publishers, and royalty rates has been documented, and fair compensation as well as legal redress can be achieved.
For an artist at Nicki Minaj’s level, registering a song with ASCAP is a routine but required part of putting out a release. It secures her rights and royalties, and ensures all of the individuals who contributed to a track get their proper credit.
Contrary to initial reports that “Patience” had been registered with ASCAP, a search of official ASCAP records and reputable music industry sources has yielded no such indication of a registration. This lack of evidence presents a number of questions: Is “Patience” an unreleased project? A misinterpreted registration? Or simply non-existent?
Making things even more confusing, the title “Patience” has been used by other artists in the past. Lil Uzi Vert released a song of the same name with Don Toliver on his 2023 album “Pink Tape”. In addition, a 2017 SoundCloud track called “Patience” featured Nicki Minaj and was produced by Adagio Cloudd but was never officially released. Because of these previous uses, it’s unclear whether the recent rumors are the result of a misunderstanding or an actual new song is forthcoming.
She’s continuing to chart with hit singles and features. Just recently, her song “Oh My Gawd” with Mr Eazi and Major Lazer showcased her versatility, blending dancehall, afrobeats, and EDM influences. In addition, her third studio album “The Pinkprint” and songs like “Pills N Potions” have cemented her status in hip-hop and pop culture.
Minaj’s followers have come to expect groundbreaking music from her, so any hint of a new track is cause for excitement and speculation.
Nicki Minaj’s fan base, the Barbz, weren’t slow to react to the rumors. Twitter and Instagram were abuzz with talk, speculation, and anticipation. Some fans speculated that “Patience” might be a new single or part of something more, but others were more skeptical because there was no official word.
“If Nicki is actually dropping a song called ‘Patience,’ I’m already saying it’s a hit,” tweeted one fan, while another was doubtful: “Where is the official receipt? No ASCAP registration, no hype.” The internet frenzy highlights the part social media plays in fueling music rumors. Without concrete evidence, a tweet or leaked video is sufficient to send fans into a vortex of guessing games.
