After her infamous clash with Nicki Minaj during American Idol auditions in October, Mariah Carey has finally revealed her feelings on the incident.

“It felt like an unsafe work environment. Anytime anybody’s reeling threats at somebody, you know, that’s just not appropriate," the singer told Barbara Walters in an exclusive Nightline interview. "Sitting there on the road with two babies, I’m not gonna take any chances, so yeah I did hire more security.”

The feud began in an argument over a contestant while filming in Charlotte, North Carolina, where an angry Minaj is said to have said, “If I had a gun I would shoot her (Carey).”

The two stars have since made their peace, allowing Carey to focus on her role as a judge and mentor.

“For me, ultimately this is about the contestants," Carey added. I’ve been blessed with my dream (for) more than half my life so I want to help give that back to someone else.”

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow .... on Mariah Carey, hubby Nick Cannon and their 19-month-old "dem babies."

The family of four braved the snowy Aspen weather for this adorable Christmas photo.

Mimi posted these pics with the following, "A Carey-Cannon Christmas, the most festive yet! Merry Christmas to all!!”

What a beautiful family!

Mariah Carey has been loving life in Colorado with her hubby Nick Cannon and their twins, but the curvy songstress is still making time to visit her mom during her holiday trip.

Mimi's mom, who owns the jewelry store Joan Boyce in Aspen, has been showing off her latest collections to her superstar daughter ... including dazzling diamonds! Get your checkbook ready, Nick!

The American Idol judge has found the perfect way to handle the chilly Aspen air ... a puffy jacket and boots with the fur. We have a feeling Flo Rida is wondering if those are Apple Bottom Jeans. We doubt it.

Mariah Carey kept the good times rolling in Colorado Saturday as she did some more shopping in Aspen.

The 42-year-old singer wore a black and white checkered floor length dress for her late night rendezvous to the Aspen stores and boutiques. She might end up buying everything she sees!

Mimi's still looking good!

On Thursday, Mariah Carey brightened things up with her smile and her bling as she went shopping in Aspen, Colorado wearing a diamond necklace, ring and earrings.

The 42-year-old singer just wrapped filming American Idol's Hollywood week in Los Angeles and it appears she didn't waste any time getting out of town. She must love the wintery city!

The AI judge even snapped an adorable photo kissing daughter Monroe. What a cutie!

Mariah Carey is putting a new spin on her Christmas classic All I Want For Christmas Is You ... and we LOVE it!

Mimi, whose bod looks fabulous, belted out the catchy tune alongside Jimmy Fallon in a funky version with The Roots.

Nick Cannon's wifey still has those incredible pipes!

Mariah Carey can still hit those high notes!

The American Idol judge hit the stage in New York to perform her classic holiday hit "All I Want For Christmas Is You."

The 42-year-old songstress Tweeted:

“Walking to the stage to perform at Rock center. Let the festivities begin! Thx 2 all the lambs who are braving the temps here! LYM!!!”

Mariah is currently plugging her new holiday single “Christmas Time Is In The Air Again."

Ho, ho, ho!

Mariah Carey may call herself a diva, but that doesn't keep her from cookin' in the kitchen!

The American Idol judge got her mix on while preparing her Thanksgiving feast, and of course, Mimi wore a skintight red dress to show off her every curve.

Nick Cannon's 42-year-old wifey was recently seen breaking down during a emotional clip from the upcoming season of AI. Without a doubt, Mimi is going to make for some great TV.

Looking fabulous, girl!