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Missy Elliott

Missy Elliott

contemporary R&B, hip-hop

United States

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Sound in a sentence: "Each track pulses with rhythmic precision and layered textures, creating a danceable groove that feels both urgent and celebratory."
Missy Elliott redefined the landscape of hip-hop and contemporary R&B, breaking down barriers with her innovative approach to music and performance. Her influence extends beyond catchy hooks and infectious beats; she reshaped the expectations of female artists in a traditionally male-dominated genre, turning her individuality into a cultural phenomenon that resonates with diverse audiences.
Missy Elliott redefined the landscape of hip-hop and contemporary R&B, breaking down barriers with her innovative approach to music and performance. Her influence extends beyond catchy hooks and infectious beats; she reshaped the expectations of female artists in a traditionally male-dominated genre, turning her individuality into a cultural phenomenon that resonates with diverse audiences. Central to Elliott's impact is her fearless experimentation with sound and production techniques. She seamlessly blends genres, incorporating elements of funk, electronic, and pop, while also utilizing unconventional song structures. This boundary-pushing approach not only makes her music distinctive but also creates a sonic space where listeners can experience joy, empowerment, and bold creativity. Lyrically, Elliott often explores themes of self-confidence, empowerment, and liberation, using a playful yet assertive voice that balances humor with sincerity. Her storytelling is both impressionistic and direct, capturing the complexities of identity and desire while inviting listeners into her world without pretense.

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Discography

35 releases • 9 studio • 1993–2019
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Iconology

Iconology

2019

Singles ()

I'm Better

I'm Better

2017

Pep Rally

Pep Rally

2016

Triple Threat

Triple Threat

2012

Work

Work

2009

Shake Your Pom Pom

Shake Your Pom Pom

2008

Ching-a-Ling

Ching-a-Ling

2008

Need U Bad

Need U Bad

2008

Best, Best

Best, Best

2008

We Run This

We Run This

2006

Lose Control

Lose Control

2005

Teary Eyed

Teary Eyed

2005

1, 2 Step

1, 2 Step

2004

I'm Really Hot

I'm Really Hot

2004

Pass That Dutch

Pass That Dutch

2003

Back in the Day

Back in the Day

2003

Cop That Shit

Cop That Shit

2003

Party to Damascus

Party to Damascus

2003

Oops (Oh My)

Oops (Oh My)

2002

Work It

Work It

2002

Take Away

Take Away

2001

Get Ur Freak On

Get Ur Freak On

2001

She's a Bitch

She's a Bitch

1999

Trippin'

Trippin'

1998

Sock It 2 Me

Sock It 2 Me

1997

The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)

The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)

1997

That's What Little Girls Are Made Of

That's What Little Girls Are Made Of

1993

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