Tyla, a rising star in South African pop and amapiano music, has found herself embroiled in a social media controversy over a post directed at Nicki Minaj, the prominent American rapper. The events unfolded on X (previously known as Twitter) and prompted extensive conversation, with some questioning Tyla’s motives and others suggesting that this encounter might hinder her burgeoning international career.
The issue surfaced when a sharply critical post, initially shared by a fan account of Nicki Minaj, began circulating widely. The post admonished Nicki for her recent public behavior and strongly urged the rapper to withdraw from the public eye entirely. The message included the statement: “Keep that album. Delete social media and hide yourself from the public… Just go away and never come back.” This aggressive phrasing quickly attracted attention.
As the situation developed, Tyla appeared to have retweeted the contentious post, which many interpreted as a sign of support for the message. Although she soon deleted the retweet, screenshots were rapidly disseminated online, leading to increased speculation and backlash. Reactions were divided; some accused Tyla of showing disrespect towards a significant figure in hip-hop, while others believed her reposting could have been a mistake.
The situation was complicated further by Tyla’s known amicable relationship with Cardi B, who has a history of rivalry with Nicki Minaj. This connection led to speculation among social media users that Tyla’s actions might have been a deliberate slight, rather than a mere oversight.
So far, Nicki Minaj has not made any public remarks regarding this incident. In contrast, Tyla opted to respond to the criticism with her usual playful demeanor, sharing a light-hearted message on social media that suggested the retweet may have been unintentional. She referenced lyrics from Hannah Montana’s song Nobody’s Perfect with her statement: “In trouble on the net again. #everybodymakesmistakes #everybodyhasthosedays #hacked.”
This response rapidly gained traction, receiving hundreds of thousands of likes and comments within a short period. While some critics remained skeptical and demanded accountability, many fans expressed their admiration for Tyla’s ability to handle the situation with humor rather than aggravation.
The unfolding situation underscores the scrutiny that global celebrities endure in a digital age where every interaction can trigger significant controversy. For Tyla, this serves as a stark reminder of the challenges public figures face online, where intentions, perceptions, and timing can create unpredictable reactions.
Tyla reposts a tweet on X urging Nicki Minaj to retire from music and calling her mentally unstable. pic.twitter.com/2iXjb5owKf
— Pop Fusion HQ (@PopFusionHQ) December 15, 2025
