Missy Elliott – Supa Dupa Fly

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Artist: Missy Elliott

Title: Supa Dupa Fly

Year: 1997

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Tracklist

1. Busta's Intro (feat. Busta Rhymes) (1:53)
2. Hit 'Em wit da Hee (feat. Lil' Kim) (4:19)
3. Sock It 2 Me (feat. Da Brat) (4:17)
4. The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly) (4:11)
5. Beep Me 911 (feat. 702 & Magoo) (4:57)
6. They Don't Wanna Fuck wit Me (feat. Timbaland) (3:18)
7. Pass da Blunt (feat. Timbaland) (3:17)
8. Bite Our Style (Interlude) (0:43)
9. Friendly Skies (feat. Ginuwine) (4:59)
10. Best Friends (feat. Aaliyah) (4:07)
11. Don't Be Comin' (In My Face) (4:11)
12. Izzy Izzy Ahh (3:54)
13. Why You Hurt Me (4:31)
14. I'm Talkin' (5:02)
15. Gettaway (feat. Space & Nicole) (4:25)
16. Busta's Outro (feat. Busta Rhymes) (1:38)
17. Missy's Finale - Spoken Word (0:24)

Review

Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott stepped onto the music scene with her innovative debut album "Supa Dupa Fly," which hit the shelves on July 15, 1997. This pioneering record, produced entirely by Timbaland at Master Sound Studios in Virginia Beach, melds a variety of genres like hip-hop, R&B, and electronic, all the while showcasing Elliott's versatile rap skills and forward-thinking sound. Tracks like "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)" and "Sock It 2 Me" not only topped the charts but also defined an era with their inventive approach to production and melody.

Revered for its groundbreaking fusion and Elliott’s lyrical dexterity, "Supa Dupa Fly" launched to critical and commercial success, debuting high on the US Billboard 200 and dominating the R&B/Hip-Hop chart. Its soundscape, adorned with guest appearances from industry icons such as Busta Rhymes, Aaliyah, and Lil' Kim, earned Elliott two Grammy nominations, a platinum certification, and helped cement her as a trendsetter in the rap genre. "Supa Dupa Fly" stands out not only as a cornerstone in Elliott's career but also as a template of innovation for future generations, deservedly holding places in Rolling Stone's prestigious album rankings. - Erika