The real queen of 2015, all hail Nicki Minaj. This year was the year that she stole our hearts. Her incredible rapping skills, and her crazy style makes us love her more and more each time she releases a new hit. Here are 11 reasons when Nicki saved your life, and gave it more meaning.

1. You can still quote every line of "Super Bass" like a bada** bitch.

2. You vicariously lived through her drama with Miley Cyrus at the 2015 MTV VMAS. "Whats good, Miley?"

3. Her laugh in "Anaconda" is low-key psycho, but you can't help it, that it's your favorite part of the song.

4. That time when Drake bought Nicki anything she wanted at the grocery store. "Get whateva I want?"

6. When you think you're Nicki droppin' it low at the bar.

7. She speaks her mind every time.

8. She makes amazing inspirational speeches, especially when wearing a bedazzled glitter bras.

9. Her motivational "stay in school" speeches give you life.

10. She is hands down the best female rapper.

11. She doesn't need no man.

In the words of the dearest Nicki, "Once upon a time there lived a real bad bitch. The f****** end."