Triple Threat (Missy Elliott song)

"Triple Threat"
Promotional single by Missy Elliott featuring Timbaland
Released	September 18, 2012
Length	3:42
Label	Goldmind Atlantic
Songwriter(s)	Melissa Elliott
Producer(s)	J-Roc Timbaland

"Triple Threat" is a song by American rapper Missy Elliott featuring a guest appearance by childhood friend and longtime collaborator Timbaland. Originally, a snippet of the song premiered in March 2012 during Timbaland's appearance on SXSW. ^[1] This song, along with the accompanying "9th Inning," were both released as promotional singles on September 18, 2012. ^[2]

Critical reception

In a retrospective review of the song, Steven J. Horowitz from Vulture wrote: "Sweeping strings introduce "Triple Threat," the other A-side to 2012's "9th Inning." Elliott isn't heard until a minute into the track, and aside from her palpable verses, Timbaland holds court for the majority, circling the hook, “Missy and I going up, triple leader in our cup"." ^[3]

Charts

Chart performance for "Triple Threat"

Chart (2012)	Peak position
US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Songs [4]	34

References

1. "Timbaland Previews New Missy Elliott Song at SXSW". Rap-Up . Rap-Up.com. March 17, 2012. Retrieved July 3, 2013.
2. Greenwald, David (September 17, 2012). "Missy Elliott Unveils '9th Inning,' 'Triple Threat' Singles: Listen". Billboard . Retrieved December 1, 2012.
3. Horowitz, Steven J. (September 4, 2019). "Every Missy Elliott Song, Ranked Missy has not just redefined pop music — she's consistently reinvented it". Vulture.com . Retrieved March 12, 2023.
4. "Missy Elliott - Chart history". Billboard . Billboard. Retrieved June 9, 2013.