Princess Diana (remix) (feat. Nicki Minaj)
Ice Spice
The Royal Swagger of Ice Spice and Nicki Minaj
The song "Princess Diana (remix)" by Ice Spice featuring Nicki Minaj is a braggadocious anthem that celebrates the artists' success, confidence, and unapologetic attitudes. The title itself is a metaphor, comparing the attention and paparazzi frenzy that surrounded the late Princess Diana to the kind of attention the artists receive due to their fame and influence. The lyrics are filled with references to wealth, status, and the power dynamics in relationships and the music industry.
Ice Spice uses the imagery of Princess Diana to convey her own rise to prominence and the way she navigates the spotlight. The repeated phrase "keep it a stack" suggests honesty and realness, while the mention of bands (slang for money) and the dismissive attitude towards those who talk about her ('chattin') reinforces her self-assuredness and financial success. The song also touches on themes of love and relationships, with Ice Spice describing a romance with a 'gangsta' who is so enamored with her that he tattoos her name on himself, yet she maintains a level of distance and control.
Nicki Minaj's verse adds another layer of assertiveness and dominance. She plays with the British theme, referencing London bridges and asserting that none of her imitators are British, implying they can't match her royal status. Nicki's lyrics also boast about her influence, claiming she makes others famous and controls the game like a gamer with a controller. The collaboration between Ice Spice and Nicki Minaj creates a powerful statement of female empowerment and control in a male-dominated industry.