Today in Hip-Hop History

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On this day in 1971, Missy Elliott was born in Portsmouth, Virginia. Aside from being a legendary MC with five platinum albums, Missy along with Timbaland has also written for and produced numerous hits, helping along the careers of dozens of artists, including Aaliyah, 702, and Tweet. After well over 20 years in the biz, Missy continues to perform and release new music.

A$AP Ferg ft. Missy Elliott – Strive [Single]

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As if the anticipation for the Always Strive & Prosper album due out April 22nd wasn’t enough, last week A$AP Ferg previewed a legendary collaboration with Missy Elliott produced by DJ Mustard to up the ante. Today, they dropped the full audio for the bassy & dance piano track, bound to be a summer banger with a crowning closing out the track from one of the queen’s of hip-hop, Missy Elliott.  Check the audio below and cop tickets to see A$AP Ferg & Tory Lanez as they hit the road this summer here.