Nicki Minaj Makes Jokes About Atlantic Records’ Massive Layoffs

Nicki Minaj always gets the last laugh — well, at least according to her.

The Hip-Hop icon took to her socials on Thursday (Sept. 19) to poke fun at the recent layoffs happening at Atlantic Records. Coincidentally, the label is also the home of her rival Cardi B and a plethora of other artists.

“Dear fired executives & A&R’s: Don’t be mad, UPS is hiring,” she wrote on X while also plugging her own record label. “Also, feel free to submit your resumes for a job @ #HeavyOnIt.” She added in another tweet: “They’ve been wanting empty arenas so bad. Obsessed with me while all your friends r getting fired is nasty work.”

The Atlantic layoffs were revealed on Thursday following a string of other industry layoffs. Warner Music Group announced the departure of chairwoman Julie Greenwald in August, and Kevin Liles stepped down from WMG’s 300 Elektra Entertainment earlier this month.

Atlantic Music Group’s CEO Robert Kyncl reportedly issued the internal memo to employees, stating: “As part of this reorganization, we will unfortunately be saying goodbye to talented people. I know you have been waiting to hear the plan, and rather than carry out changes piecemeal, we decided to make these difficult choices in one go.”

It continued, “I want to acknowledge the hard work, passion, and creativity of everyone across Atlantic, 300, and Elektra. In particular, I want to thank the people who will be leaving us. You’ve made an indelible mark on this company and the careers of the extraordinary artists you’ve championed. Words never cut it in these situations but we’re forever grateful for all your contributions and achievements over the years. We wish you the very best and know that you will continue to do great things in your next chapters.”

Additionally, several executives from Atlantic’s sister company 300 Elektra are also leaving, including: Margo Scott, EVP/general counsel; Chris Brown, EVP; Katie Robinson, head of marketing and Adam Abramson, sales/streaming chief.