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Salt-N-Pepa Denied Ownership of Their Masters

The iconic hip hop duo’s attempt to use U.S. copyright law to reclaim their music failed in court, illustrating how old label contracts can keep artists from their work.
01/12/2026

Cheryl James of Salt-N-Pepa Says She Was ‘Asked to Have an Abortion’ for the Sake of Her Career

The legendary rap group sat down for an intimate interview with Tamron Hall where they talked about how the industry has evolved for women.
05/10/2023

This Day in Black History: Nov. 9, 1964

Pepa was born in Kingston, Jamaica.
11/09/2013