Missy Elliott Gets Historical Songwriters Hall of Fame Nomination The “Work It” artist is the first female rapper to receive the honorable nomination. Elliot has written for musicians such as Beyoncé, Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston and more. The MC has been praised for her hits like “Get Your Freak On” and “Lose Control.” Elliot could become the third rapper accepted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, joining Jay-Z and Jermaine Dupri. Other nominees include Mariah Carey, John Prine and more. Missy Elliot, via Twitter Six musical acts will be inducted at the 50th annual Induction & Awards Gala in New York on June 13, 2019.
