This #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re honoring the incredible women that have made countless vital contributions to music in its many forms! Who are some of your favorite women musicians? Let us know in the comments!

Missy Elliott is widely known for her transcendent career as a singer and rapper, but what many do not know is that Elliott is also a prolific record producer who has produced songs for Mary J. Blige, Ciara, TLC, and many more. Talk about a true legend!

Kathleen Hanna is regarded as a pioneer of the Riot grrrl movement, which focused on a combination of feminism, punk music, and politics. Kathleen’s has been a part of influential musical projects including Bikini Kill, Le Tigre, and The Julie Ruin.

Whitney Houston is revered as the most awarded female artist of all time as well as one of the best selling performers of both the 80’s and 90’s! Houston’s biggest hit “I Will Always Love You” became the longest running No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 single in history upon its release, spending 14 weeks atop the chart!

Joni Mitchell is considered one of the greatest songwriters of all time. She was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997. Other major artists including Madonna and Taylor Swift consider Mitchell a musical influence and her songs have been sampled by artists including Kanye West and Janet Jackson.