Plot Synopsis

In 1985 Queensborough Community College students Cheryl "Salt" James and Sandra "Pepa" Denton enter the world of rap and hip hop, after recording a song for their friend Hurby Azor. Salt-N-Pepa made a huge impact as one of the first all-female rap groups, changing the look of hip hop and being unafraid to talk about sex and share their thoughts on men. The movie follows the group as they become the first female rap act to go platinum and experience ground-breaking success with multiple awards, including a Grammy award that paved the way for all female rappers to follow. The film features performances of their greatest hits, including: "Let's About Sex", "What a Man", "Shoop," and "Push It."

*After the movie at 11pm Salt-N-Pepa sit down for a fun and intimate discussion about what makes their iconic partnership work, how these two very different personalities find the delicate balance to keep it going, and how their pioneering style continues to influence the music world today. Hosted by Loni Love, the special is packed with never-before heard stories about their lives and careers and share exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, with a few surprises and special guests along the way.