“I’m humbled to be in the company of so many of my heroes” - Cyndi Lauper

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2025 Cyndi Lauper - Performer Category. From the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: "With her distinctive four-octave voice and songwriting chops, Cyndi Lauper broke down barriers for waves of future artists and empowered them to perform as their unique, authentic selves. Lauper became one of the biggest stars of the 1980s with her eclectic mix of pop, rock, reggae, funk, and dance styles. Her record-breaking debut album 'She’s So Unusual' featured four consecutive Top Five U.S. singles – 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun,' 'Time After Time,' 'She Bop,' and 'All Through the Night' – and earned her two Grammys. Through MTV, Lauper brought her unique look, style, and sound to living rooms throughout America – inspiring legions of young fans, her video for 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun' also won the inaugural VMA for Best Female Video." (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame)

By Craig Chambers

April 28, 2025 at 11:08 am CDT

Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Bad Company, Outkast, the White Stripes, Soundgarden and Cyndi Lauper will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this Fall. Warren Zevon and Salt-N-Pepa are receiving special awards for musical influence. Nominees that didn’t get in this year include Mariah Carey, Phish, Billy Idol, Joy Division/New Order, Maná, the Black Crowes and Oasis.

Cyndi Lauper was quick to share her gratitude on social media.