A Salt with a Deadly Pepa
Salt-N-Pepa · 1988
47 min · 13 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant celebration of hip-hop infused with infectious beats and empowering lyrics, defining the late '80s sound.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its commercial success, peaking at number 38 on the Billboard 200 and featuring the hit single 'Push It,' which became a cultural anthem. It helped pave the way for female rappers in a male-dominated industry and received critical acclaim for its innovative sound and empowering themes.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels energetic workout motivation celebratory group listening vibes
- Context
- When 'A Salt with a Deadly Pepa' was released in January 1988, Salt-N-Pepa were solidifying their place in hip-hop after their debut album 'Hot, Cool & Vicious' in 1986. This sophomore effort marked their artistic evolution as they began to dominate the genre, showcasing a blend of rap and dance elements that appealed to a broader audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Afrika Bambaataa· Fergie· Kelly Rowland· New Edition· Cameo· Doug E. Fresh· The Fat Boys· Alvin and the Chipmunks
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro Jam 0:39
- 2 A Salt With a Deadly Pepa 3:32
- 3 I Like It Like That Standout 4:06
- 4 Solo Power (Let's Get Paid) 3:28
- 5 Shake Your Thang (It's Your Thang) Standout 4:04
- 6 I Gotcha 4:11
- 7 Let the Rhythm Run (remix) 3:30
- 8 Everybody Get Up 3:40
- 9 Spinderellas Not a Fella (But a Girl DJ) 4:04
- 10 Solo Power (Syncopated Soul) 3:46
- 11 Twist and Shout 4:55
- 12 Hyped on the Mic 3:36
- 13 Push It (US remix) 3:30
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