Before They Were Rap Icons, Salt-N-Pepa Were Sears Employees

Before They Were Rap Icons, Salt-N-Pepa Were Sears Employees

Rap group Salt-N-Pepa is one of music’s most influential acts, who will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Here’s how they formed and became stars.

Outkast Salt-N-Pepa Are Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees

[Photo: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images] In the grand tapestry of music history, certain names stand out as beacons of innovation and influence. Among these names are Outkast and Salt-N-Pepa, whose recent induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame solidifies their status as hip hop legends. Their contributions have not only shaped the genre but have also transcended cultural barriers, leaving an indelible mark on the music industry. The Signifi…

Roses: OutKast & Salt-N-Pepa Honored By Rock & Roll Hall Of Fa

Hip-hop continues to make history as the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame recognizes two legendary acts for their lasting impact on music and culture. Atlanta’s iconic duo OutKast has once again proved that the “south got something to say” by officially being inducted, a well-deserved honor for their innovative sound and trailblazing artistry that reshaped the genre. Meanwhile, groundbreaking hip-hop queens Salt-N-Pepa are being celebrated with the Hall…

Salt-N-Pepa Push It Real Good To The Hall Of Fame: Hip-Hop Icons Honored For Trailblazing Legacy

Source: Rossa W. Cole Hip-hop continues to make history as the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame recognizes two legendary acts for their lasting impact on music and culture. Groundbreaking hip-hop queens Salt-N-Pepa are being celebrated with the Hall of Fame’s prestigious Musical Influence Award, recognizing their major role in opening doors for women in hip-hop and “pushing it” with their fearless style and message. Meanwhile, Atlanta’s iconic duo OutKa…

OutKast and Salt-N-Pepa to be honored as 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees

In a landmark celebration of hip-hop’s enduring influence, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2025 inductees, with OutKast and Salt-N-Pepa receiving top honors. This recognition highlights the genre’s profound impact on music and culture.​ OutKast: Southern Innovators Atlanta’s own OutKast, comprising André 3000 and Big Boi, have been inducted in the Performer category. Emerging in the mid-1990s, the duo redefined Southern hip-hop w…

Salt-N-Pepa and DJ Spinderella Immortalized in Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

NASHVILLE, April 29, 2025 — The queens of hip-hop have officially claimed their crown. Salt-N-Pepa, alongside longtime collaborator DJ Spinderella, have been enshrined into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a moment decades in the making. Launching onto the scene in the late ‘80s with anthems that dared to speak boldly about love, relationships, and independence, Salt-N-Pepa not only made music — they sparked a movement. Tracks like Push It, Shoop…