Nicki Minaj and SZA Feud Draws in Industry Figures

A heated social media feud has erupted between Nicki Minaj and SZA, involving Top Dawg Entertainment’s Punch and Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez, whose legal issues were referenced by Minaj. The conflict began when Minaj accused Punch of long-term harassment, prompting SZA to respond with dismissive and defiant posts. Minaj escalated the dispute by resurfacing old tweets allegedly made by SZA criticizing other artists and by publicly insulting SZA. In response, SZA posted screenshots showing Minaj had previously requested a feature from her, challenging Minaj’s narrative and defending her accomplishments. The feud has fueled widespread fan debate over Minaj’s history of conflicts with female artists, while SZA has signaled her intent to step back and focus on her tour and career. The situation highlights ongoing tensions and the volatility of social media disputes in the music industry.