Hot, Cool & Vicious received little attention until a San Francisco DJ named Cameron Paul created a remix of "Push It" (The b-side to "Tramp"). Mr. Paul's remix of "Push It", rereleased as a single, quickly became a national hit and was nominated for a Grammy, pushing both the single and LP to Platinum album status.
They released A Salt With a Deadly Pepa, which was only a minor hit, though it featured "Shake Your Thang". Their third original LP, Blacks Magic, which received generally positive reviews and expanded Salt-N-Pepa's fanbase among hip hop fans using more R&B. It included "Let's Talk About Sex", one of their biggest songs.
Salt-N-Pepa left Next Plateau and the influence of Azor released "Very Necessary", a largely self-produced album in 1993 (see 1993 in music), and it performed very well on the charts, buoyed by "Shoop" and "Whatta Man" (with En Vogue). In 1994, they appeared in the motion picture "Who's The Man?".
The less commercially successful single "None of Your Business," won the Grammy for Best Rap Performance in 1995. Since Very Necessary, both Salt and Pepa have focused primarily on their acting careers. They released their final album "Brand New" in 1997.
Despite their girl group beginnings, Salt-N-Pepa insist that they wrote many of the lyrics on their first album, and by Blacks Magic they displayed a sex positive, and responsible, feminism, and are often seen as innovators or role models.
In March 1999, Salt-N-Pepa embarked on their final live tour. Pepa (Sandy Denton) married Treach of Naughty By Nature on July 27, 1999. Salt-N-Pepa's greatest-hits album, entitled Salt-N-Pepa: The Best Of was released on January 25, 2000. Treach and Pepa were divorced on July 31, 2001. The group officially disbanded in 2002. Upon disbanding, Salt (Cheryl James) claimed she had become a born-again Christian, and would no longer be involved in hip-hop. However, all that changed when Cheryl announced that she would be releasing her first solo cd "Salt of the Earth" which later changed to "Salt Unrapped".
Cheryl James and Sandy Denton appeared on VH1's Hip Hop Honors in November 2004 without Spinderella. They did not perform.
In March 2005, it was announced that Sandy Denton would join Jose Canseco, Bronson Pinchot, Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth, Caprice Bourret, Janice Dickinson, and Carey Hart on the 5th season of the VH1 series The Surreal Life.
Salt-N-Pepa reunited on September 22, 2005, and gave their first performance in six years. They sang Whatta Man, along with En Vogue, as a part of VH1's Hip Hop Honors program.
Whatta Man (Featuring En Vogue
Salt-N-Pepa Lyrics
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Uh, hey hey
All right, yeah
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
Gotta say it again now
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
He's a mighty mighty good man
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
Yes he is
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
I want to take a minute or two, and give much respect due
To the man that's made a difference in my world
And although most men are ho's, he flows on the down low
'Cause I never heard about him with another girl
But I don't sweat it because it's just pathetic
To let it get me involved in that he said she said crowd
I know that ain't nobody perfect
I give props to those who deserve it
And believe me y'all, he's worth it
So here's to the future 'cause we got through the past
I finally found someone that can make me laugh
You so crazy, I think I want to have your baby
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
Yes he is
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
He's a mighty mighty good man
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
Gotta say it again now
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
My man is smooth like Barry, and his voice got bass
A body like Arnold with a Denzel face
He's smart like a doctor with a real good rep
And when he comes home he's relaxed with Pep
He always got a gift for me every time I see him
A lot of snot-nosed ex-flames couldn't be him
He never ran a corny line once to me yet
So I give him stuff that he'll never forget
He keeps me on Cloud Nine just like the Temps
He's not a fake wannabe tryin' to be a pimp
He dresses like a dapper don, but even in jeans
He's a God sent original, the man of my dreams
Yes, my man says he loves me, never says he loves me not
Tryin' to rush me good and touch me in the right spot
See other guys that I've had, they tried to play all that mac shit
But every time they tried I said, "That's not it"
But not this man, he's got the right potion
Baby, rub it down and make it smooth like lotion
Yeah, the ritual highway to heaven
From seven to seven he's got me open like Seven Eleven
And yes, it's me that he's always choosin'
With him I'm never losin', and he knows that my name is not Susan
He always has heavy conversation for the mind
Which means a lot to me 'cause good men are hard to find
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
He's a mighty mighty good man
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
Say it again y'all
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
I said what a mighty good man
He's a mighty mighty good man
My man gives real loving that's why I call him Killer
He's not a wham-bam-thank-you-ma'am, he's a thriller
He takes his time and does everything right
Knocks me out with one shot for the rest of the night
He's a real smooth brother, never in a rush
And he gives me goose pimples with every single touch
Spends quality time with his kids when he can
Secure in his manhood 'cause he's a real man
A lover and a fighter and he'll knock a nucca out
Don't take him for a sucker 'cause that's what he's about
Every time I need him, he always got my back
Never disrespectful 'cause his mama taught him that
I got a good man
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
A mighty mighty good man
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
Yes he is
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
What a mighty good man
What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
He's a mighty mighty good man
What a mighty mighty good man
What a mighty good man
The lyrics to Salt-N-Pepa's song "Whatta Man" celebrate a man who is unlike any other. The song praises the man's characteristics that define him as a "mighty good man." The singer acknowledges that though most men are not faithful, this man is different. He is trustworthy, honest, and respectful. The singer does not let rumors or gossip about the man interfere with their relationship, and she admires his imperfections while accepting him for who he is. The song's lyrics also highlight his physical attributes, comparing him to Barry White, Denzel Washington, and Arnold Schwarzenegger.
The song is not only about praising a man's qualities but also about appreciating him for the way that he treats the woman. The singer talks about how the man takes his time and does everything right, making her feel loved and respected. He is not the type of lover who rushes to get it over with, and he values spending quality time with her. Throughout the song, the singer emphasizes the importance of finding a good man and appreciating him.
Line by Line Meaning
What a man, what a man, what a man
This man deserves every bit of praise and recognition he gets
What a mighty good man
He is an exceptionally great man
Gotta say it again now
It's worth repeating how great he is
Yes he is
No doubt about it, he is amazing
I want to take a minute or two, and give much respect due
I need to show appreciation and give credit where it's due
To the man that's made a difference in my world
He has played a major role in shaping my world
And although most men are ho's, he flows on the down low
Most men can't be trusted with their fidelity, but he is an exception
'Cause I never heard about him with another girl
There is no evidence of him cheating on me with another woman
But I don't sweat it because it's just pathetic
I don't worry about it because it's not worth my time or energy
To let it get me involved in that he said she said crowd
I'm not interested in involving myself in petty rumors and gossip
I know that ain't nobody perfect
I'm aware that perfection is unattainable
I give props to those who deserve it
Those who deserve recognition and praise get it from me
And believe me y'all, he's worth it
Trust me, he deserves all the praise he gets
So here's to the future 'cause we got through the past
Let's look forward to the future since we've overcome our past problems
I finally found someone that can make me laugh
I've finally found someone who can bring joy and laughter to my life
You so crazy, I think I want to have your baby
You're so amazing that I want to start a family with you
My man is smooth like Barry, and his voice got bass
My man is charming and has a deep voice like Barry White's
A body like Arnold with a Denzel face
He has a fit body like Arnold Schwarzenegger and a handsome face like Denzel Washington
He's smart like a doctor with a real good rep
He is intelligent and has a good reputation like that of a reputable doctor
And when he comes home he's relaxed with Pep
When he comes home, he's calm and happy, creating a relaxing atmosphere
He always got a gift for me every time I see him
He never fails to bring me thoughtful gifts when we meet
A lot of snot-nosed ex-flames couldn't be him
None of my previous exes could compare to him
He never ran a corny line once to me yet
He has never used a cheesy pickup line on me
So I give him stuff that he'll never forget
I try to make unforgettable memories with him
He keeps me on Cloud Nine just like the Temps
He makes me feel extremely happy and elated just like The Temptations song
He's not a fake wannabe tryin' to be a pimp
He's not pretending to be something he's not like a pimp
He dresses like a dapper don, but even in jeans
He looks sharp and stylish whether he's dressed up or in casual wear
He's a God sent original, the man of my dreams
He is a unique and perfect match for me, he is the man of my dreams
Yes, my man says he loves me, never says he loves me not
He always expresses his love for me without fail
Tryin' to rush me good and touch me in the right spot
He takes his time and gives me the right kind of attention
See other guys that I've had, they tried to play all that mac shit
My previous partners tried to act cool and macho, but failed to impress me
But every time they tried I said, 'That's not it'
I didn't find their attempts attractive or interesting
But not this man, he's got the right potion
He knows exactly how to impress and satisfy me
Baby, rub it down and make it smooth like lotion
He knows how to give sensual massages that create a relaxing atmosphere
Yeah, the ritual highway to heaven
It feels like a ritual that takes us to heavenly heights
From seven to seven he's got me open like Seven Eleven
From day to night, he captures my attention and affection like the convenience store Seven Eleven
And yes, it's me that he's always choosin'
I'm the one he wants to be with, and he chooses me every time
With him I'm never losin', and he knows that my name is not Susan
I can't go wrong with him, and he knows my name well unlike the mistaken name Susan
He always has heavy conversation for the mind
He always engages me in deep and thought-provoking conversations
Which means a lot to me 'cause good men are hard to find
His intellectual stimulation and depth is rare and highly-valued
My man gives real loving that's why I call him Killer
My man gives genuine and passionate love, so I call him Killer
He's not a wham-bam-thank-you-ma'am, he's a thriller
He takes his time and makes every moment with him exciting
He takes his time and does everything right
He never rushes things and always does things correctly
Knocks me out with one shot for the rest of the night
His affection and love leave a lasting impression for the entire night
He's a real smooth brother, never in a rush
He is a smooth and suave man who never hurries things along
And he gives me goose pimples with every single touch
His touch is so sensual and gentle that it gives me chills
Spends quality time with his kids when he can
He values quality time with his children and takes the time to spend it with them
Secure in his manhood 'cause he's a real man
He is confident in his masculinity because he is a genuine and authentic man
A lover and a fighter and he'll knock a nucca out
He is a passionate lover and is not afraid to fight for what he believes in
Don't take him for a sucker 'cause that's what he's about
Don't underestimate him because he is strong and assertive
Every time I need him, he always got my back
He is always there for me, providing support and protection when I need him
Never disrespectful 'cause his mama taught him that
He is always respectful and kind because his mother raised him that way
I got a good man
I am blessed to have a great man in my life
What a mighty good man
He is incredibly amazing
A mighty mighty good man
He is unbelievably fantastic
Say it again y'all
It's worth repeating how great he is
What a mighty good man
He is absolutely outstanding
What a man, what a man, what a man
He embodies everything a man should be
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Herby Azor, Cheryl James, David Crawford
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@NaturalDivineGoddess
"NEVER DISRESPECTFUL because HIS MOTHER TAUGHT HIM THAT!!" Home Training 101
@danmseattle975
God, I LOVE that line! This song might be the best song of the 1990s. It certainly is in the top 5. What a helluva groove!
@pinkrose4322
Exactly! Got to get it from mom.
@Lon.BedStuyforLife
@@danmseattle975 for real!!!
💯👍🏽
@juliebridges4233
That is my favorite line of this song
@fstmr2trd
I can tell you this. We never call our women a B****. Or "bad b****" the disrespect. The sad part is girls call themselves that now a days 😪
@NathanBrooken
I hope someday Salt N Pepa realize how happy they made so many brothers and sisters with this song. So uplifting something that has been sorely missing from our music. God Bless You Ladies.
@Anonymous-kp3jf
Right it's lovely
@nancysorto4769
You ain't lying.
@GingerKC
Let's not forget the main vocals! Enjoy Vogue! Wtf??? 😂 dumb people!