Salt 'N' Pepa – Very Necessary (2xLP)
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Salt-N-Pepa's 1993 album Very Necessary stands as a landmark in hip-hop history, showcasing the group's evolution into mainstream success while maintaining their feminist ethos. The album's blend of assertive lyrics and infectious beats propelled it to five-times platinum status in the U.S., making it the best-selling album by a female rap act at the time. Tracks like "Shoop" and "Whatta Man" not only dominated the charts but also challenged gender norms in hip-hop, with the group taking control of their narratives and delivering messages of empowerment and autonomy.
The album's impact extended beyond commercial success; it earned Salt-N-Pepa critical acclaim and industry recognition. "None of Your Business" won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group in 1995, marking a significant achievement for female artists in a male-dominated genre. Very Necessary's fusion of pop sensibilities with hip-hop grit set a precedent for future artists, illustrating that commercial appeal and substantive content could coexist in rap music.
Reviews
"Salt-N-Pepa laid out their best music and bravest activism on Very Necessary, an album about love, agency, and take-no-shit femininity from the Queens rap trio." – Pitchfork
"Very Necessary is one of the standout -- and, for sure, one of the most refreshingly unique -- rap albums of its era" – Allmusic
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Artist: Salt 'N' PepaLabel: Republic Records, UMeFormat: LPUnits: 2Country: EuropeGenre: Hip Hop & RnB
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A1 Groove Me
A2 No One Does It Better
A3 Somebody'S Gettin' On My Nerves
B1 Whatta Man
B2 None Of Your Business
B3 Step
C1 Shoop
C2 Heaven Or Hell
C3 Big Shot
D1 Sexy Noises Turn Me On
D2 Somma Time Man
D3 Break Of Dawn
D4 I'Ve Got Aids (Psa)