Additionally, the term "Paper" is also the name of a 2023 song featuring , Tyga , and Rick Ross . See Nicki Minaj's Stunning Break The Internet Cover Story

Creative director Drew Elliott conceived the "Minaj à Trois" theme to showcase the various facets of her style—from high fashion to seductive—all in one image.

The cover was part of the magazine's second "Break the Internet" issue. Shot by photographer , the image features three different versions of Nicki Minaj in provocative poses.

"Paper: Kiki Minaji" likely refers to famous 2017 cover for Paper Magazine , titled "Minaj à Trois" .

The feature included a 16-page spread exploring her career and status as a rap icon.

The cover went viral, drawing comparisons to Kim Kardashian's original 2014 "Break the Internet" cover .