Nicki Minaj Says She's Dating Eminem in Instagram Post

Nicki Minaj just sent the internet into a frenzy, confirming she and Eminem are a couple.

Minaj has been on a social media tear lately, promoting new music and her upcoming album. She posted a clip on Instagram Thursday rapping along to her verse on YG's "Big Bank." One fan commented on the video asking Minaj, "You dating Eminem???" ... Nicki replied with a simple, "yes."

It's possible Minaj is just kidding, she mentions Em in the song, saying "Told 'em I met Slim Shady, bag the Em.Once he go black, he'll be back again."

Nicki and Eminem have teamed up before ... both appearing on her track "Roman's Revenge" in 2010.