The “Nicki Minaj stiletto challenge” is a viral social media trend inspired by a pose Nicki Minaj strikes in her 2013 music video “High School,” where she balances in high heels by a pool.
Participants attempt to balance or pose in stilettos on various objects, often unstable or unusual surfaces, mimicking Minaj’s balancing act.
This challenge has gained popularity on TikTok and other platforms, with users balancing on everything from nail polish caps to kitchen items.
However, it can be dangerous. For example, Russian influencer Mariana Barutkina broke her spine after falling while attempting the challenge on a kitchen counter weeks after giving birth.
Thus, the challenge is both a tribute to Nicki Minaj’s iconic pose and a risky activity that has caused serious injuries in some cases.
