September 8th 2024.
In the 1990s, the iconic American hip-hop group Salt-N-Pepa faced a serious threat - they were told that if they performed their most famous song, they would be detained and possibly arrested. This group, formed in 1985, consisted of Salt, Pepa, and DJ Spinderella, with Spinderella and Latoya Hanson later leaving the group. Together, Salt-N-Pepa have sold over 15 million records worldwide, with their biggest hit "Push It" becoming a global chart-topper.
"Push It" was originally released on their album Hot, Cool & Vicious in 1986, and was later released as a single in 1987. This song made history by becoming the first album by a female group to earn gold and platinum certifications from the RIAA. However, the group faced challenges when it came to performing this iconic track. Some venue executives misunderstood the lyrics and thought they were explicit, leading them to threaten Salt-N-Pepa with detainment if they sang the song at their establishments.
DJ Spinderella recently spoke about this on an episode of Drink Champs, explaining that the song was not meant to be sexual. The group was simply talking about dancing on the dance floor, but it was misinterpreted by some. Spinderella also shared that they were once warned that they could get arrested for singing the song on stage. They had to convince people that the lyrics were not explicit and that the song was about something else entirely.
Even Pepa had to address the controversy surrounding the song's lyrics, telling Page Six in 2021 that they were saying "push it," but some thought they were saying a different phrase. This led to the police waiting for them at some performances, warning them not to use any curse words on stage. Despite these challenges, Salt-N-Pepa continued to sell millions of records worldwide and gain a loyal fan base.
In 2002, the group went on hiatus as the members pursued solo endeavors. However, they have made multiple attempts to come back together over the years. In 2016 and 2017, they released new music, and in 2022, they joined New Kids On The Block for their The Mixtape Tour, along with En Vogue and Rick Astley. They have also reunited for reality shows like The Salt-N-Pepa Show and Cookin' with Salt-N-Pepa.
In November 2022, all three members reunited once again as they received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Despite their ups and downs, Salt-N-Pepa remains an iconic and beloved group, with fans still reminiscing about their 90s music. Do you have a Salt-N-Pepa memory from the 90s? Share it with us in the comments below! And if you have any celebrity stories, videos, or pictures, don't hesitate to reach out to the The Agency entertainment team. You can email us, call us, or visit our Submit Stuff page - we always love to hear from you.
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