Among best of the decade lists, it landed at 166 on Pitchfork and 60 on Rolling Stone. Upon its release, The Pinkprint received positive reviews from music critics, with many of them complimenting its production and personal lyrics. Looking to depart from the dance-pop elements of her second studio album, Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded (2012), The Pinkprint is a follow-up record influenced by her traditional hip hop beginnings.
Minaj co-executive-produced the album alongside Birdman, Lil Wayne and Ronald Williams, with a variety of producers who produced the album's sound.
The Pinkprint is the third studio album by rapper Nicki Minaj, released on December 12, 2014, by Young Money Entertainment, Cash Money Records and Republic Records.
