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Missy Elliott gave new artists some invaluable advice, which she gained from experience throughout her illustrious career. Read more!

Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window) Missy Elliott has offered her advice for artists wishing to avoid the sophomore slump. Taking to Twitter,the hip-hop icon instructed young musicians to experiment as much as possible on their sound when it comes to their second album. Sophomore Albums are a very PIVOTAL time for artist (sic)! Here is a gem from MISSY! Your sophomore album be stressful but its the BEST ALBUM to EXPERIMENT on! Dont be AFRAID! Becuz If u play safe you will be BOXED in & its hard to get out because your fans get used to that 1 sound, she wrote. Secondly! Dear Artist Listen CLOSELY! Go with the songs you feel you should drop not what everyone else suggest! You the Artist must FEEL it YASELF because YOU are the one that have have to SELL it & CONVINCE ppl its HOT Go with your GUT! Fearless (sic). @MissyElliott Sophomore Albums are a very PIVOTAL time for artist! Here is a gem from MISSY!Your sophomore album be stressful but its the BEST ALBUM to EXPERIMENT on! Dont be AFRAID! Becuz If u play safe you will be BOXED in & its hard to get out because your fans get used to that 1 sound Read more