The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducted its 2025 class in a star-studded ceremony Saturday at the Peacock Theater, featuring tributes, speeches, and live performances from some of the biggest names in music.
.@twentyonepilots performed an electrifying rendition of The White Stripes' "Seven Nation Army" to honor the duo's induction into the Rock Hall.#RockHall2025 pic.twitter.com/BKMAVfKDJD
— Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (@rockhall) November 9, 2025
This year’s class includes Outkast, Bad Company, Cyndi Lauper, Soundgarden, Salt-N-Pepa, Chubby Checker, and Joe Cocker, celebrating artists 25 years after their first release, as well as The White Stripes, Carole Kaye, Nicky Hopkins, Lenny Waronker, Thom Bell and Warren Zevon.
Olivia performing “We’re Going to Be Friends” by The White Stripes with Feist at the #RockHall2025! pic.twitter.com/UC8CV9LJsZ
— Olivia Rodrigo Daily (@DailyRodrigo) November 9, 2025
Outkast: The iconic American rap duo, known for hits like “Hey Ya,” “Ms. Jackson,” and “Roses,” was inducted by Donald Glover.
OUTKAST. #RockHall2025 pic.twitter.com/t4jjn76mDp
— michael (@xraymission) November 9, 2025
A medley performance featured Big Boi, Janelle Monáe, JID, Doja Cat, Killer Mike, and Sleepy Brown.
Bad Company: English rockers famous for “Feel Like Makin’ Love” and “Can’t Get Enough” were inducted by Mick Fleetwood, with performances by Nancy Wilson, Joe Perry, and Chris Robinson.
From one icon to another ✨ @chappellroan inducts @cyndilauper into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.#RockHall2025 pic.twitter.com/5VSn9JBTNK
— Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (@rockhall) November 9, 2025
Cyndi Lauper: The pop icon behind “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” and “Time After Time” performed a medley with Avril Lavigne, Raye, and Salt-N-Pepa, inducted by Chappell Roan.
Girls just want to have fun! Cyndi Lauper is joined by @RAYE, @AvrilLavigne, and @TheSaltNPepa to celebrate her induction with this timeless anthem.#RockHall2025 pic.twitter.com/ngRaMjwt2J
— Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (@rockhall) November 9, 2025
"My shoulders are broad enough to have the women who come after me stand on mine." — Cyndi Lauper accepts her 2025 Rock Hall Induction and gives thanks to all the women who came before her. #RockHall2025 pic.twitter.com/IKrHRSTduF
— Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (@rockhall) November 9, 2025
Soundgarden: Celebrating classics like “Black Hole Sun” and “Outshined,” the band was inducted by Jim Carrey.
Surviving members performed with Taylor Momsen and Brandi Carlile, filling in for the late Chris Cornell.
Toni Cornell sang a beautiful rendition of "Fell on Black Days" to honor her late father, @soundgarden frontman @chriscornell. #RockHall2025 pic.twitter.com/KXtd9JKy7J
— Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (@rockhall) November 9, 2025
Salt-N-Pepa: The legendary rap group (“Push It,” “Let’s Talk About Sex”) were inducted by Missy Elliott and performed alongside En Vogue.
@TheSaltNPepa accepts their 2025 induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 🏆#RockHall2025 pic.twitter.com/xOUKlJHhol
— Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (@rockhall) November 9, 2025
Chubby Checker: The 1950s star of “The Twist” accepted his induction via video tribute.
Joe Cocker: The late English singer, known for “You Are So Beautiful” and “With a Little Help From My Friends,” was honored posthumously.
While inducting his longtime friend @OfficialWZevon into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, @Letterman reflects on his legacy and delivers Zevon’s immortal reminder to “enjoy every sandwich.”#RockHall2025 pic.twitter.com/nFkM8KvPwV
— Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (@rockhall) November 9, 2025
The ceremony brought together multiple generations of music icons, celebrating the enduring influence of these legendary artists.
She wrote me a letter 🎶 @DerekAndSusan and @NRateliff took the stage for a powerful tribute to 2025 Inductee Joe Cocker. #RockHall2025 pic.twitter.com/ta6dvP0oYu
— Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (@rockhall) November 9, 2025
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