Missy Elliott has had quite roller-coaster career. Although she hasn’t released a studio album in 14 years (2005’s The Cookbook), her presence has remained relevant. To this day, her creativity in music videos, styling and song construction remains unparalleled.

90s baby’s laughed aloud as young millennials questioned who the hot, new featured artist was on Katy Perry’s 2015 Super Bowl half time performance. We knew it was not a comeback. She’s been here for years. Here are 5 reasons why fans just might get the ferocious return of Missy Elliott they’ve all been waiting for.

1. She was just named as part of the 2019 class of inductees into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. This is a huge milestone and accomplishment in her career. However, it also marks the first time in history that a female rapper has ever received the honor.
2. She keeps teasing us with these seductive, club anthem snippets. Missy clearly knows how to roll with the times. She has been using social media to tease new music she’s been working on. “Cool Off” is one of a few new songs that has everyone excited to hear the full length versions of the songs.
3. Let’s not forget that she has provided us with some of the hottest singles and music videos of the last few years. Her recent hits like, “I’m Better,” “WTF” and “Pep Rally” sit comfortably next to the classics in her catalog.
4. Her good karma points are through the roof. Similarly to the introduction of her new song snippets, she frequently posts handwritten inspirational messages to get us through the day. Good things can’t help but return to her.
5. She is the highest selling female rap album artist in Billboard history. Her six studio albums have sold nearly eight million copies (before streaming was even counted heavily) in the US alone. Neither Cardi B or Nicki Minaj can say they have achieved that feat.

Let’s take a look back at some of Missy Elliott’s most iconic moments in her career.