Ariana Grande ft. Nicki Minaj - Side To Side ft. Nicki Minaj

When late August 2016 arrived, pop royalty Ariana Grande teamed up with rap titan Nicki Minaj to unleash a scorching, reggae-infused pop masterpiece that instantly defined the late-summer soundtrack: "Side To Side." Taken from Grande’s boundary-pushing third studio album, Dangerous Woman, the track was a masterclass in irresistible rhythm, co-crafted by hitmaking maestro Max Martin.

The visual, directed by the visionary Hannah Lux Davis, became an instant pop-culture artifact. Set in a sweat-drenched, neon-pink spin class and a steamy sauna, Grande and Minaj strutted through high-intensity choreography, effortlessly transforming grueling workout aesthetics into an unapologetic celebration of female empowerment and cheeky playful energy.

Time Capsule 2016: To capture the magic of this moment, step back into 2016—a chaotic, vibrant year when millions were wandering outside glued to Pokémon GO, the world was mesmerized by the Rio Olympic Games, and SoulCycle-style athleisure was the ultimate fashion trend. As "Side To Side" sprinted up the charts to secure a top-five spot on the Billboard Hot 100, it provided the pulse-pounding soundtrack to a colorful summer defined by digital crazes, athletic glory, and unforgettable pop perfection.

• Chart Legacy: "Side To Side" peaked at No. 4 on the US Billboard Hot 100, earned a 6x Platinum certification from the RIAA, and its music video has surpassed 2 billion views on YouTube.
• Ariana Grande Recent News & Status: Ariana Grande released her seventh studio album, eternal sunshine, in March 2024—which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200—and is starring as Glinda in the film adaptation of Wicked.
• Nicki Minaj Active Tour & Status: Nicki Minaj is currently embarked on her extensive Pink Friday 2 World Tour throughout 2024, supporting her Billboard 200 No. 1 album Pink Friday 2.
• Net Worth Insights: Ariana Grande's net worth is estimated at approximately $240 million (boosted by music sales, acting, and her R.E.M. Beauty brand), while Nicki Minaj's net worth is estimated at around $150 million, making them two of the highest-earning women in music.