Although Elliott had been blessing us with singles and features by the likes of “I’m Better” and Lizzo’s “Tempo,” Iconology delivers that classic, nostalgic “Missy” feel that prompted people to fall in love with her in the first place. As mentioned in her social media posts, it seems that the MC was truly working to #ThrowItBack to the prime of her musical reign. And if you’re really feeling this new Missy, you should also get into the visual she dropped to accompany the first track, “Throw It Back” (No, really. This video is a creative work of art).
Five tracks. Four songs. Fourteen years later. Listen below.
