Legendary hip-hop group Salt‑N‑Pepa, alongside DJ Spinderella, will be inducted into the Hall of Fame at the 57th NAACP Image Awards, recognizing their transformative impact on music and culture.

NAACP President Derrick Johnson described the honor as a tribute to pioneers who reshaped hip-hop and created space for future generations through their voice, style, and influence.

Their induction reflects not only their historic achievements but also their enduring cultural relevance.

Salt-N-Pepa’s groundbreaking career includes becoming the first female rap group to achieve Platinum certification with their 1986 debut album Hot, Cool & Vicious, driven by the success of “Push It,” which reached the Billboard Hot 100 top 20.

Their bold lyrics and unapologetic presence challenged industry norms and elevated women’s visibility in hip-hop.

They further cemented their legacy by becoming the first female rap group to win a Grammy Awards honor, establishing themselves as trailblazers in a male-dominated genre.

Their influence has also been recognized with induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, highlighting their cross-generational and cross-genre impact.

The 57th NAACP Image Awards will be held at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium and broadcast live on BET and CBS, marking a defining moment in honoring artists whose contributions reshaped music, empowered women, and left a lasting imprint on global culture.