Salt N’ Pepa

From Queens to rap royalty, Salt N’ Pepa (Cheryl “Salt” James and Sandra “Pepa” Denton) have been trailblazers in hip-hop, revolutionizing the genre for women and earning their title as the First Ladies of Hip-Hop. Known for their unique blend of fun fashion, strong femininity, and authentic style, they became the voices of empowerment for women in a male-dominated industry. Salt N’ Pepa’s influence transcended music, and they quickly became synonymous with the golden age of hip-hop, setting the standard for female rappers that followed.

Salt N’ Pepa made history in numerous ways, including being the first female rap group to achieve Gold and Platinum status. They also became the first female rap group to win a Grammy Award and were the first to achieve international success. They are the highest-selling female rap group of their time, with over 15 million records sold worldwide. Their contributions were recognized in 2022 with a Hollywood Walk of Fame induction and in 2021 with the Recording Academy’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

The duo’s legacy is celebrated not only in music but in pop culture. Their biopic, released in 2021, became the #1 scripted program on TV the weekend of its original broadcast. Salt N’ Pepa is also commemorating the 30th anniversary of their iconic Very Necessary album, which has been certified 5x Platinum. Their impact on hip-hop is unmatched, continuing to inspire generations of artists and fans alike.

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