Rapper Nicki Minaj is being asked to reconsider her decision to perform in Saudi Arabia at Jeddah World Fest later this month.

The 36-year-old entertainer, who is known for her distinctive flair and who has drawn criticism from detractors for her sexually explicit lyrics, is set to perform in one of the most conservative and restrictive countries for women. The Human Rights Foundation pointed out the dissonance in a five-page letter to the rapper, penned by HRF President Thor Halvorssen.

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