Cyndi Lauper Calls for Courage and Salt-N-Pepa Romp Through ‘Push It’ as They Join Rock Hall of Fame
- On November 9, 2025, Salt-N-Pepa were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, with Missy Elliott leading the tribute and the ceremony streamed live on Disney+.
- Salt-N-Pepa are credited as pioneering female rappers who brought fun, fashion and femininity to hip hop and pop audiences, earning Grammy Awards, a lifetime achievement Grammy, and a Hollywood Walk of Fame star.
- From the B-side origin of 'Push It', Cheryl "Salt" James recalled, `It wasn't even meant to be a hit`, and their induction set opened with 'Shoop' then 'Let's Talk About Sex' featuring En Vogue.
- Onstage at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Salt-N-Pepa raised their ongoing legal battle with Universal Music Group over master recordings, citing removed streaming access and seeking damages exceeding $1,000,000 plus a permanent injunction.
- As a milestone for women in music, Deidra "DJ Spinderella" Roper became the first female DJ inducted, while Cheryl "Salt" James dedicated the award to women in hip hop and legacy artists seeking ownership rights.
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Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, The White Stripes Among 2025 Class Inducted Into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Soundgarden round out the performer category; meanwhile, Salt-N-Pepa and Warren Zevon were honored with the musical influence award.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and other highlights
Inductees on Saturday at the Peacock Theater also included Salt-N-Pepa, the White Stripes, Warren Zevon and Outkast. A broadcast of highlights will air on ABC on New Year's Day, Jan. 1, 2026.
Respect the Rhymes! Outkast & Salt-N-Pepa Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame On Big Night For Hip-Hop
Source: Amy Sussman / Getty The South had something to say on Nov. 8 as legendary rap group Outkast was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame alongside hip-hop pioneers Salt-N-Pepa and soul icons Sly and The Family Stone. The Atlanta-born artists were inducted by rapper/actor Donald Glover, who spoke to the group’s influence on his own creativity. “Big Boi and André, I want to personally, thank you. Around the time Speakerboxxx/The Love B…
Respect the Rhymes! Outkast, Salt-N-Pepa Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame On Big Night For Hip Hop
Source: Amy Sussman / Getty The South had something to say on Nov. 8 as legendary rap group Outkast was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame alongside hip-hop pioneers Salt-N-Pepa and soul icons Sly and The Family Stone. The Atlanta-born artists were inducted by rapper/actor Donald Glover, who spoke to the group’s influence on his own creativity. “Big Boi and André, I want to personally, thank you. Around the time Speakerboxxx/The Love B…
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