Welcome to the world of hip-hop where legends are born and history is made. Recently, the iconic Mia X, also known as the Mother of Southern Hip-Hop, has achieved a significant milestone by being inducted into Rice University’s prestigious Hip Hop Archival Collection.
What makes this induction even more special is the fact that Mia X is the first woman to receive this honor, breaking barriers and paving the way for future female artists in the industry. In an exclusive interview with KHOU 11, Mia X expressed her shock and gratitude upon receiving the news.
“When I got the call I was shocked because they told me that I would be the first woman that would be inducted,” Mia X revealed. “I just took it all in for a moment and just thought about how grateful I am to see a genre of music that I fell in love with in 1979 and to see us come this far.”
Anthony Pinn, the founding director of Rice University’s Center for Engaged Research and Collaborative Learning (CERCL), also shared his excitement about Mia X’s induction. He praised her as a major figure in the history of hip-hop and applauded her for blazing a trail that many others have followed.
Rice University’s Hip Hop Archival Collection aims to preserve the cultural significance of hip-hop while also recognizing its role as a platform for community leadership. Through this archive, artists like Mia X are celebrated and their contributions to the industry are immortalized for future generations to appreciate.
Congratulations to Mia X for this well-deserved honor. Her induction into Rice University’s Hip Hop Archival Collection is not just a recognition of her achievements, but also a celebration of the powerful impact she has had on the world of hip-hop. Here’s to many more milestones and success in the future!