Missy Elliott, the legendary rapper, singer, and producer proved she’s still at the top of her game with her first-ever headlining tour in the United States.
MISSY ELLIOTT’S TOUR
The ‘Out of This World Tour’ landed in Brooklyn’s Barclays Centre on Monday night. It left her fans breathless and begging for more.
After 20 years, Missy showed why she remains a force to be reckoned with in the music industry, according to the New York Post.
Back in 2004, Missy shared the stage with Beyoncé and Alicia Keys on the Verizon Ladies First Tour.
MISSY ELLIOTT AT THE BARCLAYS CENTRE
Now, two decades later, she’s headlining her own tour with her long-time collaborators, Ciara, Busta Rhymes, and Timbaland.
It’s been a long wait, but the show was worth every minute, according to Deadline.
The Barclays Centre became Missy’s playground as she delivered a 90-minute set that was as much a visual feast as it was an auditory one.
MISSY ELLIOTT’S LONGEVITY
From the moment she stepped on stage, she commanded the audience with her infectious energy and undeniable talent.
Missy’s performance was a testament to her longevity and relevance in the industry.
At 53, she showed no signs of slowing down. In fact, she seemed to be ageing in reverse, with a youthful exuberance that belied her years.
FANS ENJOY THE SHOW
“Missy brought it all,” said one ecstatic fan. “She’s a legend, and she proved it tonight.”
The concert was a journey through Missy Elliott’s greatest hits, from the late ‘90s to the early 2000s.
Tracks like We Run This, Sock It 2 Me, and Get Ur Freak On had the crowd on their feet. They were dancing and singing along. But it wasn’t just the music that stole the show.
FUTURISTIC FASHION
Missy Elliott’s futuristic fashion sense took centre stage, with jaw-dropping outfits that ranged from a ballooning, billowing train to umbrella-hatted dancers for her iconic track The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly).
“My highlight was ‘She’s a B***h,’” said another attendee. “The way she combined the music and visuals was just out of this world. Literally.”
CELEBRITY GUESTS
The evening wasn’t just about Missy, though. Ciara, just eight months after giving birth to her fourth child, stunned the audience with her flawless choreography and impeccable body.
Busta Rhymes, ever the hype man, kept the energy levels high, referring to Missy Elliott as “my twin” with affection, according to Billboard.
As if that wasn’t enough, the night included surprise appearances by New York rap legends LL Cool J and Lil’ Kim.
A NEW YORK MOMENT
LL Cool J joined Busta’s set, while Lil’ Kim graced the stage during Missy Elliott’s performance. This reminded the crowd of the golden era of hip-hop with her Timbaland-produced hit The Jump Off.
“Seeing Lil’ Kim and Missy on stage together was everything,” gushed another fan.
“It felt like a real New York moment.”
A ONE OF A KIND ARTIST
The ‘Out of This World Tour’ could be Missy’s first and last headlining tour in the U.S. If this is her farewell, she’s going out on the highest of notes.
She left everything on that stage, and the audience knew they had witnessed something truly special.
Missy Elliott reminded the world why she’s a one-of-a-kind artist. As the night ended, there was only one thought in everyone’s mind: “No one does it like Missy.”
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