courtesy of Instagram/@missymisdemeanorelliottMusic / NewsMusic / NewsMissy Elliott is the first female rapper in the Songwriters Hall of FameWork ItShareLink copied ✔️January 13, 2019January 13, 2019Text Thom Waite Missy Elliott’s nomination for a place in the Songwriters Hall of Fame was announced in November 2018, but now it’s been confirmed. She’s the first female rapper to earn the accolade, following the first rapper, Jay-Z’s entry in 2017. Other 2019 inductees include Yusuf/Cat Stevens, American country singer John Prine, and a couple of other singer-songwriters. Specifically mentioned in the announcement of Missy Elliot’s induction is the song “The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)” from her 1997 debut album of the same name, Supa Dupa Fly. There’s also a comment from Nile Rodgers, SHOF Chairman, in the release. “The 2019 slate of inductees represents diversity and unity across genres and gender, highlighting our dedicated mission to honor music creators who have enriched our lives,” he says. “These are writers who in their time literally transformed music and helped make what’s happening today possible.” Missy will receive her official induction at the organisation’s 50th Annual Induction and Awards Dinner at the Marriott Marquis Hotel, New York City, on June 13. Escape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy Expand your creative community and connect with 15,000 creatives from around the world.TrendingDressing for a ball: Dazed serves football couture for summerShot by Mark Peckmezian and styled by Imruh Asha, this shoot blends high fashion glamour and the beautiful gameArt & PhotographyFilm & TV7 sex worker-approved films about sex work PumaFashionSalehe Bembury’s Puma collection is a love letter to the football communityArt & PhotographyTender portraits of Vietnamese youth in Berlin Nike FashionNike celebrates the culture of U.S. soccerBeauty10 of the hottest Instagram accounts fusing art, sex and eroticaBeautyThe sexiest flesh-baring Instagram accounts you need to followMusicWhat Drain Gang’s Thaiboy Digital did nextMusicOlivia Rodrigo: ‘A breakup can be an opportunity to redirect your life’Escape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy