Irv Gotti recently spoke about his thoughts on Nicki Minaj’s talent, comparing the new Young Money artist to Grammy-winning singer Lauryn Hill. Irv, known for helping rappers like Ja Rule and singers like Ashanti, thinks Nicki is the full package.

“The world has yet to see the best of Nicki Minaj. What she’s delivering to the world now is basically what they want. But I know that she’s a super talented superstar who can do anything at a high level–rap, sing, act, whatever she wants to do. This is just the beginning of Nicki Minaj. Her best is yet to come. In my opinion she is as talented as my other girl Lauryn Hill. They have completely different styles. But as far as the talent is concerned they both can do it all. Nicki just isn’t showing it yet ’cause she doesn’t want to. But world be prepared ’cause she’s the truth.”

What do you think about his comments?

You can add John Legend to the growing members of Team Barbie. The R&B crooner is vocalizing his support for hip-hop’s reigning femcee.

When asked whether he preferred Nicki Minaj or Lil’ Kim, the diplomatic singer told The Huffington Post, “Well right now Nicki Minaj, but you know there’s a time and place for everybody. I feel like this is Nicki’s time right now, but Kim had a nice run.”

Jay Sean and Nicki Minaj on the same track? Sounds like a cool collabo to us! Jay Sean has tweeted that a remix of his new single will feature the “Your Love” songstress and we bet fans are excited!

“So…ummm…anyone hear a new song of mine recently..???!! Lol Know wot it’s called??? Get ready coz we coming again!!” Jay tweeted, getting fans hyped about the upcoming track and video that drop on Monday.

“Yeh it’s my next single..I have Nicki Minaj on the remix too! Vid is on Monday. Album drops late fall! Hope ur well!” the “Down” star added. Sounds like the British R&B sensation is up to something good!

Nicki Minaj signed on to Lil Wayne’s Young Money Entertainment in 2009 so it only makes sense that she collaborates with Jay Sean who is signed on to Lil Wayne’s Cash Money Records.

Though the Young Money captain is currently locked away on Rikers Island in New York for gun possession charges, Weezy’s newest letter to his fans illustrates his ear is always glued to the street, especially when it comes to the Young Money crew like Nicki Minaj.

With Drake’s “Thank Me Later” debut hitting the gold mark in 14 days and Nicki Minaj’s colorful guest verses circulating throughout the industry, Wayne made sure to recognize the two youngsters’ hard work.

“I applaud my Young Money family for what they’re doing,” Weezy wrote. “As I’m not surprised. This is what we’re supposed to do.”

Weezy’s understudies are doing so well, Mr. Carter may consider retiring before the age of 30. “Congrats to Drake and Nicki Minaj for all their recent success,” Weezy added. “Those 2 are going to have me retiring early. I love my team.”

The drama the ladies of the “The Hills” have grappled with for six seasons has captivated millions of fans, including one hip-hop diva in particular: Nicki Minaj. Minaj recently revealed via Twitter that not only does she watch the show — which signs off on Tuesday (July 13) — but she has strong opinions about the goings-on of the cast.

Apparently, the MC has been keeping up with the antics of Audrina’s (and Kristin’s) on-and-off boy toy, Justin “Bobby” Brescia. When a fan pressed Minaj on Twitter about whether she watches “The Hills,” the star tweeted, “Yes! I was SO mad wen Justin bobby cut his hair!”

Her taste in TV isn’t the only thing the star has revealed on the social-networking website. Last week, the Young Money MC announced the release date of her hotly anticipated debut album on Twitter. “Yes. It’s time. November 23rd,” the star tweeted Thursday.

When MTV News caught up with the “Your Love” rapper on the set of the video for her #1 track, Minaj called the material she was working on with producer Swizz Beatz “magical” and was generally amped about the album.

“When people hear the album, they’re going to get to know Onika [her birth name is Onika Maraj]. And no one knows Onika,” Minaj said. “I really didn’t think I would be this excited about the songs that I’m coming up with. I’m really, really proud.”

Swizzy was also excited about his work with Minaj. “We have a lot of small conversations that end up [turning] into big musical moments,” the producer told MTV News. “When you hear Nicki on my track, you’re gonna see that ‘Wow, she just went from here to there.’ I’m happy to be a part of that.”