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Chlöe Sings Aaliyah’s “One In A Million” For Missy Elliott Grammys Tribute

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We’re days away from finding out who takes home the trophies at the Grammys. Los Angeles is already the hub of Hollywood, but it gets even more intense when hosting an award show. Parties, private events, and concerts leading up to the ceremony feature nominees and their equally famous peers. This week, the Grammys hosted the Black Music Collective dinner, where Dr. Dre, Sylvia Rhone, Lil Wayne, and Missy Elliott were honored.

According to Rolling Stone, the event also featured performances from 2 Chainz, Busta Rhymes, Ciara, Snoop Dogg, Tweet, Chlöe, and more. Wayne delivered a moving speech where he said, “I don’t get honored where I’m from.” The Rap icon added, “Where I’m from, In New Orleans, you’re not supposed to do this. We don’t get honored. I don’t know all of y’all tonight. Thank you. I ain’t sh*t without you.”

Chloe Bailey performs onstage at The Black Music Collective GRAMMY® Week 2023 Celebration held at the Hollywood Palladium on February 2, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty Images)
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The tribute to Missy Elliott was also much-talked-about, as Mona Scott-Young, Ciara, Timbaland, and Lizzo honored the innovator. “This doesn’t get old to me. I’ve won a lot of awards and feel the same way,” said the hitmaker as she began to cry. “It hits different when you stand up here. We’ve been through a lot. I know Dre, Wayne, none of us rolled over into success.”

There were additional music performances to honor Missy, including Tweet delivering her Elliott-assisted “Oops (Oh My)” and Ciara giving the crows “1, 2 Step.” Chlöe also sang the late Aaliyah’s classic “One in a Million,” and a clip was shared on social media.

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Additionally, Missy thanked record executive Sylvia Rhone for never trying to make her something she wasn’t. She also gave a nod to the women in Rap who helped pave the way before her, including Yo-Yo and MC Lyte. This is one of several honors that Missy has received in in recent years; she has a street named after her in her hometown and finally got a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

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Who Is Performing At The 2023 Grammys?

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The 2023 Grammys are officially just days away! With the show airing live from Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena on Sunday night, many fans and even just casual music listeners might be wondering what exactly the event has in store.

Along with handing out awards for the coveted Album Of The Year and Song Of The Year awards (and many more), the Recording Academy has a stacked lineup of performances planned throughout the night.

Currently, Bad Bunny, Brandi Carlile, Kim Petras, Lizzo, Luke Combs, Mary J. Blige, Sam Smith, and Steve Lacy are among the first wave of announced musicians hitting the stage.

In addition, earlier today, the Recording Academy revealed that they’ll also be including a tribute segment to the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.

Hosted by LL Cool J and produced by Questlove, the performance will also include Big Boi, Busta Rhymes with Spliff Star, De La Soul, DJ Drama, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Missy Elliott, Future, GloRilla, Grandmaster Flash, Grandmaster Mele Mel & Scorpio/Ethiopian King, Ice-T, Lil Baby, Lil Wayne, The Lox, Method Man, Nelly, Public Enemy, Queen Latifah, Rahiem, Rakim, RUN-DMC, Salt-N-Pepa and Spinderella, Scarface, Swizz Beatz, and Too $hort.

The 2023 Grammy Awards airs this Sunday, February 5 at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+.

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The 2023 Grammy Awards Are Honoring The 50th Anniversary Of Hip-Hop In A Tribute Hosted By LL Cool J

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Ahead of the 2023 Grammy Awards this weekend, the Recording Academy has announced that they’ll be hosting a special segment to honor the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. LL Cool J will open the tribute with an introduction and a performance.

Questlove is the segment’s producer and musical director. He will also be providing music with his band, The Roots. Another hip-hop group, Black Thought, are set to narrate.

Fans can also expect to catch Big Boi, Busta Rhymes with Spliff Star, De La Soul, DJ Drama, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Missy Elliott, Future, GloRilla, Grandmaster Flash, Grandmaster Mele Mel & Scorpio/Ethiopian King, Ice-T, Lil Baby, Lil Wayne, The Lox, Method Man, Nelly, Public Enemy, Queen Latifah, Rahiem, Rakim, RUN-DMC, Salt-N-Pepa and Spinderella, Scarface, Swizz Beatz, and Too $hort contributing to the hip-hop dedication.

“For five decades, hip-hop has not only been a defining force in music, but a major influence on our culture,” Harvey Mason Jr., the Recording Academy’s CEO, shared on their website.

“Its contributions to art, fashion, sport, politics, and society cannot be overstated,” he added. “I’m so proud that we are honoring it in such a spectacular way on the Grammy stage. It is just the beginning of our year-long celebration of this essential genre of music.”

The 2023 Grammys will air live on CBS and Paramount+ this Sunday, February 5 at 8 p.m. ET.

Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Ice-T Set To Receive A Star On The Hollywood Walk of Fame

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Ice-T gets his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Feb. 15. The distinction highlights his lengthy rap and acting career. Ice-T joins other veteran rappers also honored late into their careers. Rapper/actor Ice-T will receive his star on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame on Feb. 17. Ice-T shared the news on his […]

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Missy Elliott Becomes First Female Hip-Hop Artist Nominated for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced the 2023 nominees. Included is Hip-Hop royalty in Missy Elliott.

Joining Missy as nominees are A Tribe Called Quest, Kate Bush, Sheryl Crow, Iron Maiden, Joy Divison/New Order, Cyndi Lauper, George Michael, Willie Nelson, Rage Against the Machine, The Spinners, The White Stripes, and Warren Zevon.

According to Billboard Sheryl Crow, Missy Elliott, Joy Division/New Order, Cyndi Lauper, George Michael, Willie Nelson, The White Stripes and Warren Zevon are first-timers on the ballot. The White Stripes and Missy Elliott arrive as nominees in their first year of eligibility.

Missy Elliott shares, “This is an incredible honor. I’m so humbled and grateful to be counted amongst all the incredible honorees. I’ve spent my career making the kind of music I love and it means so much to know that I have touched others as well. But to hear that I am the first female hip hop artist to EVER be nominated into the Rock & Rock Hall of Fame?!? Wow!! This one hits extra different as I hope it opens doors for other female emcees to be recognized!”

Mona Scott-Young, CEO of Monami Entertainment and Elliott’s 25+ year manager added, “Throughout her career, Missy has broken barriers and blazed a trail for women in music. This nomination is the latest in a long list of ‘firsts’ that solidify her place as one of the most significant artists in music history and a pioneer of female Hip Hop. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop than voting Missy Elliott into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame!”

CEO of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Greg Harris, spoke with Audacy about this year’s nominees. Speaking on Missy, he stated, “When we were talking about the nomination and Missy Elliott’s name came up, some of the folks in the committee shared that if they’re putting together a hip-hop tribute people will frequently ask, ‘Is Missy gonna be on the show?’ All of the other artists look to her as a leader; she’s an amazing songwriter, amazing performer, she also produces her own stuff. She’s the full package, and it would be fitting if she’s the first female hip-hop artist to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.”

You can hear more below and learn more about the Rock Hall here.

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Missy Elliott Celebrated And Explained Why Her Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Nomination Is Huge For Women In Hip-Hop

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Yesterday (February 1) was an exceptionally busy pop culture news day, headlined by two major reveals: Beyoncé announced her Renaissance tour and Tom Brady retired again. Those two stories kind of overshadowed a big music moment: The 2023 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame nominees were announced. Among the nominees is Missy Elliott, and she’s thrilled about earning the nod in her first year of eligibility.

The rapper wrote in a celebratory Instagram post, “I have cried my eyes out [crying emoji] I am so HUMBLY GRATEFUL for this nomination with also 14 other Amazing artist so grateful To All of you & my fans who been through this journey with me I Thank You also 4 helping me get here [purple heart emoji] YOU ROCK.” She added in a similar tweet, “I’ve always dreamed big but to be nominated for this is bigger than I dreamed.”

In another tweet, she explained the historical context of her nomination and its importance, writing, “This is so important for us women in Hiphop because there’s never been a female rapper nominated & hopefully this nomination will open the door [folded hands emoji] [purple heart emoji].”

Indeed, Billboard notes Elliott is the female hip-hop artist to be nominated for the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.

So far, the only hip-hop artists to get inducted into the Rock Hall are Eminem, Run DMC, Beastie Boys, NWA, Jay-Z, LL Cool J, Public Enemy, Biggie Smalls, Tupac Shakur, and Grandmaster Flash And The Furious Five.

Missy Elliott & A Tribe Called Quest Are The First Hip-Hop Acts Nominated For This Year’s Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame

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Hip-hop legends Missy Elliott and A Tribe Called Quest are nominated for the 2023 class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Both, respectively, are among over a dozen names with hopes of notable induction. Iconic rapper Missy Elliott and legendary rap group A Tribe Called Quest are among the 14 acts nominated for the […]

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Missy Elliott & A Tribe Called Quest Nominated For 2023 Rock Hall Of Fame

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The 2023 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame nominations are in and Missy Elliott and A Tribe Called Quest are on the ballot. This is a huge feat for Missy Elliott. 2023 marks the first year that she became eligible to enter the Hall Of Fame. She took to Instagram to celebrate the news. “I’ve cried my eyes out. I’ve always dreamed big but to be nominated for this is bigger than I dreamed & I am so Humbly Grateful to @rockhall & to all my fans who helped me get here,” she tweeted before asking fans for their vote.

For ATCQ, this marks the second nomination of their career. Q-Tip, Ali Shaheed Muhammad, and Phife Dawg previously earned nods in 2022. However, they didn’t get enough votes to secure their spot in the Hall Of Fame.

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – AUGUST 26: Missy Elliott performs onstage during the 2019 MTV Video Music Awards at Prudential Center on August 26, 2019 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images)

In addition to Missy and ATCQ, the nominees also include Kate Bush, Sheryl Crow, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, Cyndi Lauper, George Michael, Willie Nelson, Rage Against The Machine, Soundgarden, The Spinners, The White Stripes and Warren Zevon.

Ali Shaheed Muhammad, Phife Dawg and Q-TIp of the hip hop group “A Tribe Called Quest” pose for a portrait session in September 1993 in New York . (Photo by Al Pereira/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)

Hip-hop’s gained visibility in the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame over the past few years. Still, the Rock Hall only honored a small group of MCs. In 2021, they inducted Jay-Z and LL Cool J= into the Hall Of Fame, as well as Grandmaster Flash. Last year, Eminem was also honored. The Rock Hall states an artist is only eligible for induction after 25 years since their first commercial release. Missy’s Supa Dupa Fly dropped in July 1997.