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"The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)" was nominated for a 1988 Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance.
SUPA DUPA FLY was nominated for a 1998 Grammy Award for Best Rap Album.
As a member of the R&B group Sista, Missy Elliott went almost unnoticed. It wasn't until years later, when she placed her trademark "hee-hee-hee-hee-ha" lyrics on a Gina Thompson remix that she achieved recognition. Missy's songwriting credits include a number of R&B hits (SWV's "Can We" and Aaliyah's "4 Page Letter"), and her familiar vocal style has been featured on some of the year's hottest remixes, including Li'l Kim's "Not Tonight".
Produced by Timbaland (Ginuwine, Aaliyah), SUPA DUPA FLY showcases the studio whiz's unique recording techniques. The tempos here are much slower than on the average hip-hop release, with rhythms akin to dancehall music. Missy doesn't limit herself to rap, either. Many of the songs on SUPA DUPA FLY fall easily into the R&B bag, especially when Missy swaps her hard-core hip-hop lyrics for a smooth laid-back approach.
Recorded at Master Sound Studios, Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Personnel: Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott (vocals); Magoo, Busta Rhymes (rap vocals); Bill Pettaway (guitar, bass); Lil' Kim, Adina Howard, Da Brat, Aaliyah, 702, Ginuwine, Timbaland, Space & Nicole.
Recording information: Master Sound Studios, Virginia Beach, VA.
Photographer: Kwaku Alston.
Personnel: Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott (vocals); Busta Rhymes (rap vocals); Bill Pettaway (guitar, bass); Lil' Kim, Adina Howard, Da Brat, Aaliyah, Space, Nicole, Timbaland, Ginuwine, Magoo.
Rolling Stone (5/13/99, p.79) - Included in Rolling Stone's "Essential Recordings of the 90's." Rolling Stone (9/4/97, p.70) - 3.5 Stars (out of 5) - "When Missy 'Misdemeanor' Elliott weds hip-hop and R&B, she not only avoids the pitfalls tripping up so many of her colleagues, she also finds new inspiration in the union..." Spin (9/99, p.153) - Ranked #66 in Spin Magazine's "90 Greatest Albums of the '90s." Spin (1/98, p.86) - Ranked #9 on Spin's list of the "Top 20 Albums Of The Year." Spin (10/97, p.136) - 8 (out of 10) - "...SUPA DUPA FLY is distinctive, cohesive, and innovative enough to wind up as the most influential pop record since Dr. Dre's THE CHRONIC. Elliot's proficiency with a hook is unerring; everything here has `hit' stamped all over it..." Entertainment Weekly (8/8/97, p.78) - "...She's a wickedly innovative singer-rapper who favors expansive song structures and trip-hoppy textures. In the process, she creates an evocative space-age soul all her own." - Rating: A- Q (12/99, p.92) - Included in Q Magazine's "90 Best Albums Of The 1990s." Vibe (9/97, pp.229-230) - "...Not since our beloved Biggie has there been a rap artist whose cameos more consistently equaled hits....Missy represents myriad exciting possibilities for sistas in the rap and R&B game...SUPA's sound and feel are what one might call futuristic..." The Source (9/97, p.233) - "And the winner of the most innovative female rapper of the year is...Missy Elliott....The combination of her boy Timbaland's ill beats and Missy's knack for crazy phrasing make SUPA DUPA FLY a solid project..." Melody Maker (10/25/97, p.53) - "...Ranging from sparse clinical beats to theatrical blaxplotation wah-wah grooves, it's agressive, mellow, and more mellow...rootless, refreshingly unique, and unbridaled." Rap Pages (9/97, p.95) - "...Missy's SUPA DUPA FLY manages to stir up some summer fun....Missy clearly shines when she is able to combine her catchy grunts and quick-moving lyrics on R&B..." Village Voice (2/24/98) - Ranked #6 in the Village Voice's 1997 Pazz & Jop Critics' Poll. NME (Magazine) (12/20-27/97, pp.78-79) - Ranked #38 in NME's 1997 Critics' Poll.
GOOD! This is Missy's first and, in my opinion, her best cd ever! It has all the hit singels: The Rain, Sock It 2 Me, Beep Me 911, Hit Em Wit Da Hee, and the remix with Lil' Kim is hot too! Buy this CD! Submitted by Kaboom224 (somehwere were) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Supa Dupa Fly.......... This is the best album from Missy period. All the other ones are just wack. Timabland you need to make better beats for her she's losing it. Submitted by canibus_04 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Missy's Debut I remember this album when I was 10 and bought it when I was 15. This CD shows off Missy's skills as a songwriter,arranger,rapper,and singer. Her talents are wonderful. Timbaland makes this CD hot like fire. I love this debut. She is amazing. Submitted by davidogletree (Glenwood, IL) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Thourough... This album in my opinion was one of the most innovative albums ever produced. Supa-Dupa-Fly brings out the best in Rap, Hip-hop and even dance. Submitted by Anthony (Fresno, CA USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Missy's Supa Dupa style! I highly recommend "Supa Dupa Fly" by Missy "Misdemanor" Elliott. Her style is wonderful. Her singles "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)" and "Beep Me 911" are great! Her style is unique and distinct. She is a wonderful singer AND rapper and she has produced great songs and have been featured on great songs by so many wonderful artists such as Mariah Carey, Ginuwine, Aaliyah, Melanie B (AKA Scary Spice of the Spice Girls), Janet Jackson, and of course "Lady Marmalade" with Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mya, and P!nk (plus so many more). But this debut album from Missy really gives you a good introduction to her. She has talent! GO MISSY!!!! Submitted by a reviewer (Waldorf, Maryland) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
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