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Missy Elliott Honored at HBCU Band Battle
Missy Elliott honored with HBCU bands uniting for 'Get Ur Freak On' at event.
In brief
Missy Elliott honored with HBCU bands uniting for 'Get Ur Freak On' at event. Missy Elliott received recognition from Virginia officials after HBCU bands performed 'Get Ur Freak On' at the inaugural Missy Elliott Presents HBCU Band Battle. Originally reported by HBCU Legends On SI.
Missy Elliott Honored
Global music icon Missy Elliott put HBCU marching band culture center stage at the inaugural Missy Elliott Presents HBCU Band Battle.
21,894 Fans Attend
21,894 fans attended the event on Sunday, Oct. 18 at William "Dick" Price Stadium.
Tribute to Elliott
Five HBCU bands performed, including a tribute to Elliott whose "Get Ur Freak On" was ranked No. 1 song of the 21st century by Rolling Stone.
Innovation Summit
The weekend includes the Missy Elliott Innovation Summit for college students and high school seniors exploring technology, music, education and entrepreneurship.
Elliott's Statement
Elliott said Virginia will always be home and HBCU bands bring energy, creativity and culture to music.
Bands Perform
Elizabeth City State University's "Sound of Class" led off followed by Virginia State University's "Trojan Explosion".
Stand Battles
Bands traded two-song exchanges testing range, creativity and competitive fire.
Elliott Honored
Secretary of the Commonwealth Candi King presented Elliott with a gift on behalf of Gov. Abigail Spanberger.
Finale Performance
All five HBCU bands united to play "Get Ur Freak On" as Elliott walked through formations.
The one thing
Missy Elliott received recognition from Virginia officials after HBCU bands performed 'Get Ur Freak On' at the inaugural Missy Elliott Presents HBCU Band Battle.
