Nicki Minaj Walked Grammy Red Carpet with Pope Impersonator Then Levitated on Stage [Video]

Critics say Nicki Minaj is trying to out-Gaga Lady Gaga.

By Jorge Rivas Feb 13, 2012

Nicki Minaj had the most bizarre (and perplexing) performance at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday. Her performance included a man dressed up as the Pope–who she also walked the red carpet with–her levitating and a whole bunch of fire antics. No word from the Vatican yet but [critics say](http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/click-track/post/nicki-minaj-grammy-performance-perplexes-fans/2012/02/12/gIQAOGq19Q_blog.html) Minaj is trying to out-Gaga Lady Gaga. What say you? Nicki Minaj arrives at the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards held on February 12, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images) Nicki Minaj performs onstage at the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards held at Staples Center on February 12, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)