Demure is not a word usually used to describe Nicki Minaj.

But the provocative singer toned down her look on Monday, as she arrived at a photo shoot in New York City.

The 31-year-old opted for a casual yet chic look by sporting white skinny jeans and a turquoise blouse which she covered up with a black knit.

he Anaconda hitmaker spiced up her look with a pair of studded black Christian Louboutin pumps.

Meanwhile, her hair was styled in retro waves, as a red slick brightened up her complexion.

During her time in The Big Apple, the Starships singer met up none other than pop icon Madonna.

‘My trip to New York isn’t the same unless I bump into the Queen. #BitchItsMadonna,’ she said with an Instagram snap of the two.

In the image, Nicki is sporting a Chanel trucker hat, as Madonna is clad in a brimmed grey hat adn furry outerwear.

The entertainer also shared a picture alongside August Alsina, who was still hooked up to IVs.

‘August, u know, I’m here to save u.still praying for my lil bro. He’s doing better,’ she said.

The 22-year-old recording artist was hospitalised on Tuesday night after suffering multiple seizures and collapsing off the stage the night before.

It was believed the fainting was brought on by exhaustion and dehydration.