Missy Elliott has made history after it was announced she will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

The forthcoming induction makes the artist the first female hip-hop artist to ever be given the accreditation. The news was revealed when the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its 2023 nominees on Wednesday (1 February).

“This is an incredible honor,” said the four-time Grammy winner in a press release reacting to the news. I’m so humbled and grateful to be counted amongst all the incredible honorees.”

She continued: “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!!,” she said.

The 52-year-old said that she hoped that her achievement would encourage more recognition for other women.

“This one hit extra differently as I hope it opens doors for other female emcees to be recognized!” she said.

The artist was announced alongside other legendary stars such as the late George Michael, plus Cyndi Lauper, Kate Bush, Willie Nelson, Soundgarden and Joy Division / New Order.

Chair of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, John Sykes said in a statement: “This remarkable list of nominees reflects the diverse artists and music that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame honors and celebrates.

“These artists have created their own sounds that have impacted generations and influenced countless others that have followed in their footsteps.”