Missy elliot mc lyte biography

Missy Elliott (born Melissa Arnette Elliott on July 1, 1971 in Portsmouth, Virginia), formerly known as Missy 'Misdemeanor' Elliott, is the first female hip hop superstar, known for a long series of hits including 'The Rain', 'She's A Bitch', 'Get Ur Freak On', and 'Work It'.

Elliott signed to Swing Mob as part of Sista, but the label folded before Sista could release their debut.

Elliott began working with producerTimbaland, and worked on collaborations with a large number of other artists before signing to a solo deal with Elektra Records in 1996. Prior to her debut album, Elliott was the featured rap guest and producer on SWV's 'Can We' and MC Lyte's 'Cold Rock A Party,' both singles in 1996.

Her debut, released in mid-1997, was Supa Dupa Fly, which included 'The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)', a blockbuster hit that established Elliott as a major force in popular music.

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