Missy Elliot inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Missy Elliott, a true pathbreaker in a male-dominated genre, has been named as one of the 2023 inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame by The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation.

By 1997, Elliott released her groundbreaking debut album Supa Dupa Fly. And established herself as a force to be reckoned with. Prior to that, she had collaborated with Timbaland to write and produce songs for artists like Aaliyah and Jodeci. She was also active as a performer and a label executive.

Elliott’s talent in music production, writing, rapping, and singing shone through in her first album, Supa Dupa Fly. The debut went platinum and received Grammy nominations. Her second album, Da Real World, achieved significant success. It remaining on the Billboard R&B chart for nearly a year.

However, it was with the release of Miss E… So Addictive in 2001 and the crossover dance track “Get Ur Freak On” that the world truly recognized Elliott’s immense talent. She has shown immense tallent , originality, and creativity across genres. Her trendsetting music videos, featuring innovative concepts and impressive dance moves, further solidified her status as a powerhouse in the industry.

This year marked Elliott’s first year of eligibility for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. To be eligible, artists must have released their first record 25 years prior to the induction.