Nicki Minaj has disappointed fans by revealing she probably won't tour this year.

The singer signed up to become an American Idol judge last year and it seems she is wanting to work on a new album.

Confirming the news to MTV, Minaj said:

"I don't think I can [tour]. I really would love to, but I don't think I'll have the time. It's a lot."

However, fans can look forward to another studio album from Minaj in the future, it seems. The flamboyant singer said:

"I obviously am going to start working on the third album very, very soon. I'm getting beats as we speak. I just haven't started writing, but that's my biggest priority at this point. Even though I am the same now [as during the Pink Friday era], my experiences have changed me in good ways, to be honest. Like, I'm in a place now of being super grateful and appreciative for everything, and I want that to show in everything that I do."