Missy Elliott makes Rock n Roll Hall of Fame history
After years of working it, Missy Elliot has finally been nominated to be inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame.
American rapper Missy Elliott has become the first female Hip-Hop artist to be nominated for a place in the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame.
The ‘Work It’ rapper released a press release in which she shared her gratitude and excitement over this history-making moment.
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"This is an incredible honor. I'm so humbled and grateful to be counted amongst all the incredible honorees," she wrote.
"I've spent my career making the kind of music I love and it means so much to know that I have touched others as well."
Elliott celebrated being the first female Hip-Hop nominee by sharing her hopes that it would open the door for other female Hip-Hop artists.
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"But to hear that I am the first female hip hop artist to EVER be nominated into the Rock & Rock Hall of Fame?!? Wow!! This one hits extra different as I hope it opens doors for other female emcees to be recognized!"
Other nominees for the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame include artists such as Kate Bush, Sheryl Crow, Cyndi Lauper, and George Michael.
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