Expression
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You know life Is all about expression You only live once, and you're not coming back So express yourself, yeah Express yourself You gotta be you and only you, babe Express yourself And let me be me Express yourself Don't tell me what I cannot do, baby Come on and work your body Now Joe wanna be like Bob Bob got it goin' on with no job And everything Rob got he got from Robin And everything she got she got ho-hoppin' My girl Jilly wanna be like Jackie Fat rope chains and I think that's wacky Tom and Dick wanna be like Harry Little do they know he's bitin' off Barry Stan was a scam, but Vinnie's legit Mercedes coupe hometroop with no kit A businessman with a beeper for a reason Not like Tim because it's in this season Express yourself You gotta be you and only you, babe Express yourself And let me be me Express yourself Don't tell me what I cannot do, baby Come on and work your body Hey Pep, you up next Yes, I'm Pep and there ain't nobody Like my body, yes, I'm somebody No, I'm sorry, I'm-a rock this Mardis Gras Until the party ends, friends Yes, I'm blessed, and I know who I am I express myself on every jam I'm not a man, but I'm in command Hot damn, I got an all-girl band And I wear the gear, yeah, I want to wear it, too I don't care, dear, go ahead and stare (ooh) Afraid to be you, livin' in fear boo Expression is rare, I dare you Express yourself You gotta be you and only you, babe Express yourself And let me be me Express yourself Don't tell me what I cannot do, baby Come on and work your body Yo, excuse us while we rap Go ahead, girls, express yourself! My party, your party, anytime drop in Cold hip-hop is always rockin' Don't you like it when the music drop Jump, spread out, and stop? Now bring in the go-go (uh-oh) Look at how my butt go rock from left to the right You wanna step to me, groove me I know you wanna do me Come on now, fellas, don't fight At my door they're bum-rushin', they hear the percussion Sound of my go-go band I've long ago learned my Lesson it's all about expression with the real Salt and Pepa please stand, and Express yourself You've got to be you, babe Express yourself and let me be me Express yourself Don't tell me what to do, babe Express yourself And come on and work that body Express yourself You've got to be you, babe Express yourself Don't tell me what to do, babe Express yourself You've got to be you, babe Express yourself Don't tell me what to do, babe Express yourself Express yourself Express yourself Express yourself Express yourself
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Written by: CHERYL "SALT" JAMES
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11 facts about this song
Hip Hop and Rap"Expression" is a song by Salt-N-Pepa, a trailblazing women's trio that helped shape the hip-hop genre in the late 80s and 90s. It is categorized under the genres of hip hop and rap.
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Album Information"Expression" is a track from their third studio album, "Blacks' Magic" which was released in March 1990.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Hot Rap Songs chart, and held the top spot for eight weeks. It also entered the Billboard Hot 100, topping at No. 26.
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Song Themes: EmpowermentSimilar to many of their songs, "Expression" focused on themes of empowerment and self-confidence. Its lyrics are about believing in oneself and expressing individuality without any inhibition.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Expression" showcased the group's unique style and attitude, reinforcing their empowering messages.
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Cultural ImpactSalt-N-Pepa were pioneers in the rap industry for women, and "Expression" helped further solidify their role as feminist icons in the music world.
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Producers & Songwriters"Expression" was written by Cheryl "Salt" James and produced by Herby "Luvbug" Azor.
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Awards InformationThe success of "Blacks' Magic", due in part to the hit single "Expression", helped Salt-N-Pepa earn the Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group nomination at the 1991 Grammy Awards.
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Cover Versions"Expression" has since been covered and sampled by various artists, demonstrating its lasting influence in the rap genre.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was generally well received by critics who praised its catchy beat and positive, empowering lyrics. Some even consider it to be one of Salt-N-Pepa's best tracks.
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Record Sales"Expression" was a commercial success, helping the "Blacks' Magic" album achieve Platinum status.
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