`American Idol` was learning experience for Nicki Minaj

Los Angeles: Singer Nicki Minaj, who judged singing reality show ‘American Idol’, says being a part of it was a wonderful learning experience. "My experience was great! It was a blessing. I had a wonderful time and I learned a lot about myself; I learned a lot about the world`s perception of me," eonline.com quoted Minaj as saying. "I think it was a great thing for hip-hop to see me transcend, and then I can come come back and still do the BET Awards and still be authentic in what I do,” she added. The show was inspiring for her as well. "It was really inspiring, and I got a chance to see kids fulfill their dreams and be part of that. No complaints whatsoever," she said. IANS