May 15th 2025.
On May 13, Room to Read held its annual New York Gala at the stunning Tribeca Rooftop. This global education nonprofit is dedicated to providing educational support to underserved communities around the world. It was a special night for the organization as they celebrated their 25th anniversary with a star-studded event.
The highlight of the evening was a performance by the legendary hip-hop duo, Salt-N-Pepa. Cheryl James and Sandy Denton, also known as Salt and Pepa, were thrilled to be a part of the event and shared their excitement on Instagram. They even joked about "pushing it real good" for education, referencing their hit song "Push It."
The Grammy-winning group gave a lively performance of their greatest hits for the 350 attendees. The gala, hosted by Room to Read's Regional Board of Directors, also recognized and honored the supporters who have helped the organization raise over $1 billion to support global education. One of the major supporters is Goldman Sachs, who has invested more than $27 million in Room to Read.
Salt-N-Pepa are no strangers to using their platform to support important causes. In 1992, at the height of the AIDS epidemic, they remixed their popular song "Let's Talk About Sex" to "Let's Talk About AIDS." The goal was to raise awareness about safe sex and break the stigmas surrounding HIV and AIDS.
In 2020, Cheryl 'Salt' James recorded another remixed version of their hit song, this time called "Let's Talk About Salt." The song and its animated music video were a collaboration between Hip Hop Public Health and the American Heart Association. Their aim was to educate children about the health risks of consuming too much sodium.
Aside from their philanthropic efforts, Salt-N-Pepa, along with DJ Spinderella, will be inducted into the prestigious Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on November 8 in Los Angeles. This well-deserved recognition is a testament to their impact and influence in the music industry.
In a recent interview, Will Smith revealed that he had gone on a date with Pepa back in the day, but he was afraid he would get "killed" by her group member Treach. It's clear that Salt-N-Pepa have made a lasting impression not only in the music industry but also in the hearts of their fans. Their dedication to using their platform for good is truly admirable.
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