Nicki Minaj storms off 'American Idol' after Mariah Carey gets under her skin

But then Minaj wants to know why they kept quizzing her about country music, judges start arguing as Minaj tries to explain how she feels like they're trying to pigeonhole the contestants, "almost scaring them" into genres. Carey starts going after Minaj, sounds sarcastic and condescending, classic passive-aggressive personality.

I guess this is the big feud Fox has been teasing us about. I see it as Carey getting tired of Minaj talking all the time, her kooky sense of humor and the way she's effortlessly dominated the first few shows. I think as the veteran diva Carey expects some deference.

Day two starts with a silent judging panel and then Navy reservist Brandy Hamilton coming in, doing "All I Can Do Is Cry." Doesn't move me, but she sings well.