The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (aka Rock Hall) lately named this yr’s inductees, and—whereas all of the artists deserve kudos—a novel set of congratulations is to ensure that Missy Elliott.
Specifically, Missy’s induction makes her the primary feminine rapper to be included in Rock Hall!
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Missy Elliott Is Grateful For The Supafriends’ Support
The thrilling information got here by way of a Wednesday morning announcement, and Missy’s title instantly captured individuals’s consideration.
While a fast scroll by means of Rock Hall’s full listing of inductees will present names like Eminem, Tupac Shakur, and Jay-Z, no feminine rap stars are acknowledged. However, that’s set to vary when Rock Hall holds its induction ceremony on Nov. 3, 2023.
In response to the announcement, Missy hopped on Twitter and expressed her gratitude. She additionally acknowledged, “This door is now OPEN.” Period!
“I want to say this is HUGE not for just me but all my Sisters in HIPHOP this door is now OPEN to showcase the hard work & what many of us contribute to MUSIC. I have cried all morning because I am GRATEFUL thank you Rock Hall & all on the committee & Supafriends.”
I need to say that is HUGE not for simply me however all my Sisters in HIPHOP this door is now OPEN to showcase the exhausting work & what many people contribute to MUSIC. I’ve cried all morning as a result of I’m GRATEFUL thanks @rockhall & all on the committee & Supafriends💜 https://t.co/agHv7puauj
— Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) May 3, 2023
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Missy went on to talk on how individuals calling her “irrelevant” or “washed up” would “crush [her] at times.” However, she persevered and famous that her work spoke for itself.
It’s occasions I’ve gotten on line & seen your irrelevant your a flop your washed up & it will crush me at occasions🥺BUT God you made me STRONG I saved going & you allowed my a long time of WORK to SPEAK 4 itself🙏🏾 I’m HUMBLED thanks all my Supporters💜 I LOVE YOU💜 pic.twitter.com/gkHUttWoU5
— Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) May 3, 2023
In a remaining tweet addressing the accomplishment, the Portsmouth, Virginia, native as soon as once more thanked the “Supafriends” earlier than repping her 757 space code.
If I miss a few of yalls tweets please forgive me it’s rather a lot to see however I do need to say Thank You to my Fans (Supafriends) my Peers/Radio/Dj’s/Bloggers & once more @rockhall I’m Thankful🙏🏾 #RockHall2023 #VA #757 pic.twitter.com/MOCxxd2Qxe
— Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) May 3, 2023
Chaka Khan & Don Cornelius Of Soul Train Will Also Be Honored
We additionally need to level out that Ms. Chaka Khan can even be inducted into Rock Hall! In reality, she’s set to be honored within the Musical Excellence Award class.
Aside from these two superstars, different inductees embody George Michael, Sheryl Crow, Willie Nelson, and Rage Against the Machine. Soul Train star Don Cornelius can even be inducted within the Ahmet Ertegun Award class.
John Sykes, Chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, in the end notes, “This year’s incredible group of Inductees reflects the diverse artists and sounds that define rock & roll.”
Congratulations to the #RockHall2023 Inductees! The Ceremony will probably be held at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York on Friday, November third, and can return to Cleveland in 2024. Head over to https://t.co/SHicoN3BaC for extra particulars. pic.twitter.com/1tCo6K9AHS
— Rock Hall (@rockhall) May 3, 2023
Congratulations to Missy Elliott on making Rock & Roll Hall of Fame historical past, and shoutout to all the opposite inductees!