Salt 'N' Pepa - Twist And Shout / Get Up Everybody

Year Released: 1988 (from the album A Salt with a Deadly Pepa)
Genre: Hip-Hop, R&B, Pop Rap.
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: This single showcases the versatility and party-starting prowess of the pioneering female hip-hop trio Salt-N-Pepa (Cheryl James, Sandra Denton, and DJ Spinderella).
"Twist and Shout": This track is a hip-hop reinterpretation of the classic rock and roll song, famously covered by The Beatles. Salt-N-Pepa's version injects a fresh, rhythmic hip-hop beat, their signature sassy rhymes, and often playful ad-libs, transforming the familiar tune into a dancefloor-ready banger for a new generation. It demonstrates their ability to bridge genres and appeal to a broad audience.
"Get Up Everybody": This is an original track that epitomizes Salt-N-Pepa's energetic, fun-loving style. It features a driving hip-hop beat, catchy hooks, and their signature back-and-forth lyrical delivery, inviting listeners to dance and enjoy themselves. Both songs highlight the group's significant role in breaking barriers for female artists in hip-hop and their consistent ability to deliver catchy, empowering, and highly danceable tracks