This month Elle magazine honors the women in music, from the new-wave vocal powerhouses to indie-minded breakouts to enduring legends who still rock our world. How could they have a women in music issue without honoring HB!!??? Check out some of what Nicki had to say in her Elle interview after the jump.

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Nicki talks to Elle about how it is to be a rapper. She tells Elle:

“I always wanted to play with the boys. I didn’t want to be a pawn in their game or have a sidekick role. I wanted to be more of a lead character – a superhero.”

Don’t forget to get your hard copy of the magazine so you can read more on April 12th!
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