Missy Elliott makes history as first female hip-hop artist to be nominated in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Missy Elliott has made history after it was announced she will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

The news was revealed when the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its 2023 nominees on Wednesday (1 February).

She continued: “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.”

“But to hear that I am the first female hip-hop artist to EVER be nominated into the Rock & Rock Hall of Fame?!

The 52-year-old said that she hoped that her achievement would encourage more recognition for other women.

Chair of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, John Sykes said in a statement: “This remarkable list of nominees reflects the diverse artists and music that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame honors and celebrates.

“These artists have created their own sounds that have impacted generations and influenced countless others that have followed in their footsteps.”

Source: ameyawdebrah.com