New York, NY (Top40 Charts) Missy Elliott hit us with the shock of the year with a surprise performance at the NFL Super Bowl XLIX halftime show alongside Katy Perry. Then, the
Internet broke! Check out some of these tweets from diehard Missy fanbots:
Some people are Seahawks fans, some are Patriots fans. Everyone is a Missy Elliot fan. - Pat C (@iamthetweeter) February 2, 2015
Missy just took it back!!! Love that Missy halftime show! This is the year of the Elliott's!!! @itz_mizdee @lailah_elliott @EzekielElliott -
Annie Apple (@SurvivinAmerica) February 2, 2015
If you missed it, here's a recap:
First, Missy hit us with the Hee!
Then, She hit us with the Haa!
The Super Bowl performance really helped Missy reconnect with fans. According to Billboard.com, downloads of Missy's music have soared as a result of the show. And according to a recent Buzzfeed review, the star's streams on Spotify shot up 676% overnight after she left the stage.
3 of the Top 10 songs on #iTunes right now are @MissyElliott. Just sayin'. #SB49 https://t.co/ZMPX8aE3tk pic.twitter.com/dfNxHjPeso - iTunes
Music (@iTunesMusic) February 2, 2015
This trend is not expected to slow down anytime soon! Just check out all these fans who are still dazed from Missy's performance.
Honestly, I still haven't recovered from seeing @MissyElliott at the Super Bowl. Been dancing for days. - Ashlyn (@Ashlyn4DMB) February 4, 2015
Catching up on Super Bowl. Seeing
Missy Elliott on stage = goosebumps. Like, I feel all patriotic n stuff. Sniffle.
Honestly no performer will ever outdo missy elliot at the superbowl SHE SLAYED MY BODY AND SOUL TO HEAVEN AND BACK - Tahaa (@ItsTahaBitch) February 4, 2015
Missy is sending the love right back and is eager to embrace a whole new generation of fans.
I think it's cool new kids think I'm a new artist that goes to show u that I'm still on & will rip down stages 20 yrs later -
Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) February 2, 2015
Gnite y'all I ❤️ u all & thank u 4 the love! I appreciate U all from the bottom of my ❤️Been here over 20 yrs & counting -
Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) February 2, 2015
Missy wove her way into our hearts in the 90s, and today she continues to excite crowds with her amazing music. Missy Pandemonium is certainly evidence of her lasting appeal and timeless quality. We love ya, Missy!
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