Missy Elliott made history at the 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, becoming the first female rapper ever inducted and lighting up the stage with a powerhouse medley of her greatest hits.
Introduced by Queen Latifah, Missy Elliott turned Brooklyn’s Barclays Center into a celebration of hip-hop, creativity, and pure energy. Her closing performance featured fan favorites from Missy Elliott: “Work It,” “Get Ur Freak On,” “The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly),” “Pass That Dutch,” and “Lose Control,” bringing the entire crowd to its feet.
Missy Elliott’s induction and performance marked a defining moment for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame — honoring an artist whose innovation, sound, and vision have influenced generations. Watch this unforgettable moment and relive a milestone night for hip-hop and women in music.
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