Elliott Powell

professor of American studies, University of Minnesota

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This year, Missy Elliott will become the first woman rapper inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. KCRW looks at her influence from the 2000s to today.

Missy Elliott sets the blueprint for future women artists

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Fanatic! Some Saturday. I spent the last nine point something hours editing a manuscript. My apologies if these notes are short, but I’m tired and am not good for much.

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