Missy Elliott’s “The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)” Transmitted to Deep Space by NASA

Missy Elliott, the iconic hip-hop artist known for her groundbreaking music and innovative style, has reached a new milestone in her career. According to Billboard, her classic track “The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)” has been transmitted to deep space, making it the first hip-hop song to receive this honor. The transmission, originating from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California, traveled all the way to Venus.

Missy Elliott took to social media to express her excitement about the historic moment, stating, “YOOO this is crazy! We just went #OutOfThisWorld with NASA and sent the FIRST hip hop song into space through the Deep Space Network.” Fans of the hip-hop pioneer joined in the celebration, with many sharing dancing alien memes and expressing their admiration for Missy’s groundbreaking accomplishment.

“The Rain,” released in 1997, was praised for its unique sound and futuristic production by Missy and Timbaland. NASA’s decision to transmit this particular song to space highlights the impact and influence of Missy Elliott’s music on the hip-hop genre.

The choice to honor a female artist with this historic transmission is significant, especially in an industry where women have often been overlooked. Missy Elliott’s achievement not only solidifies her status as a music legend but also serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of recognizing and celebrating the contributions of women in hip-hop. As one fan put it, “This is Hip Hop history!”