Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Cyndi Lauper, and More Enter the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2025
Written by b87fm on 11/09/2025
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s 2025 induction ceremony lit up Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater Saturday night, celebrating music’s most influential icons across genres. The star-studded event featured explosive performances and heartfelt tributes from Soundgarden, Salt-N-Pepa, Big Boi, and a roster of A-list artists who paid homage to the newest members of rock history.
This Year’s Inductees
Salt-N-Pepa
Hip-hop royalty Salt-N-Pepa — behind hits like “Push It” and “Shoop” — were inducted by Missy Elliott, who joined them on stage alongside En Vogue for a fiery, all-female performance celebrating hip-hop’s 50-year legacy.
Outkast
Trailblazing Atlanta duo Outkast — known for classics like “Hey Ya,” “Ms. Jackson,” and “Roses” — were inducted by Donald Glover, who praised their cultural impact. The tribute medley featured Big Boi, Janelle Monáe, JID, Doja Cat, Killer Mike, and Sleepy Brown.
Bad Company
The British rockers behind “Feel Like Makin’ Love” and “Can’t Get Enough” were inducted by Mick Fleetwood. Their performance included Nancy Wilson, Joe Perry, and Chris Robinson, bringing a classic rock supergroup moment to the stage.
Cyndi Lauper
Pop icon Cyndi Lauper was celebrated for her anthems “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” and “True Colors.” Inducted by rising star Chappell Roan, Lauper’s performance with Avril Lavigne, Raye, and Salt-N-Pepa became an instant viral highlight.
Soundgarden
The grunge pioneers were inducted by Jim Carrey, honoring the late Chris Cornell. The emotional set featured Taylor Momsen, Brandi Carlile, and Cornell’s daughter Toni, with Nancy Wilson joining on guitar for a moving tribute.
Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, The White Stripes, Warren Zevon, Carole Kaye, Thom Bell, Nicky Hopkins, and Lenny Waronker rounded out this year’s honorees, each recognized for shaping the sound and soul of modern music.
From Outkast’s Southern funk to Soundgarden’s grunge grit, the 2025 Rock Hall class proved that innovation, rebellion, and timeless artistry still define what it means to rock & roll.
