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She is saying that writing and producing are her main passions. Because of that, she sometimes delays her own work while helping other people with theirs. The quote presents this as a personal priority, even when it means setting her own projects aside.
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Originally said in English.
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About Missy Elliott
American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer
Missy Elliott, born Melissa Arnette Elliott, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. Active since the 1990s, she first emerged as a member of the R&B girl group Sista and later became known under the name Misdemeanor. She began her career with Sista, a group associated with the Swing Mob collective led by DeVante Swing. Their 1994 debut album, 4 All the Sistas Around da World, earned critical praise but did not sell well. Elliott then worked closely with Timbaland in songwriting and production, helping shape successful releases for artists including 702, Aaliyah, SWV, and Total.
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