Okay, let’s be real. The 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony? It was… a thing. A sparkly, guitar-solo-filled, occasionally head-scratching thing.
Did everyone agree with the inductees? Probably not. Does everyone ever agree with the Rock Hall? Absolutely not.
The Headliners: Tina & The Go-Go's!
Tina Turner. A queen. An icon. Long overdue, honestly.
It felt like everyone collectively nodded. "Yeah, that's right. About time!"
And The Go-Go's? Pure, unadulterated fun. They brought a much-needed dose of sunshine to the whole shebang.
Pop-punk with a California vibe? Yes, please.
Jay-Z: From Rap Royalty to Rock Royalty (Kinda?)
Okay, this is where things get a little… interesting. Jay-Z getting inducted? Look, I love Jay-Z.
He's a lyrical genius. A business mogul. But… is he rock and roll?
I'm gonna say it: Maybe not in the traditional sense. Prepare for the angry comments.
The lines are blurred, I know. Music evolves! Still, feels like we're stretching the definition here, folks.
Foo Fighters: Dave Grohl, the Nicest Guy in Rock
Foo Fighters. Solid choice. No arguments here.
Dave Grohl can do no wrong. Seriously, has anyone ever met Dave Grohl and *not* liked him?
It's scientifically impossible. Their performance? Energetic, as always.
Carole King: A Songwriting Legend
Carole King. Another no-brainer. Her songs are the soundtrack to our lives.
You may not know her name, but you know her music. Tapestry is a masterpiece. Enough said.
She's a national treasure. End of discussion.
The "Other" Inductees: A Mixed Bag
Let's not forget Todd Rundgren. He was... there. Look, he didn't even show up!
Guess he had other things to do. Maybe he was busy inventing a new genre of music or something.
Then there were the Musical Excellence Awards. Lionel Hampton, Billy Preston, and Randy Rhoads, all deserving choices.
My Unpopular Opinion: The Rock Hall Needs a Refresh
Here's my hot take: The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame needs to seriously consider its definition of "rock and roll."
Are we just letting anyone in now? Where do we draw the line?
Is it based on influence? Sales? Number of guitar solos?
And another thing! The speeches. Some were heartfelt. Some were... long. Very, very long.
Please, artists, practice your acceptance speeches! Nobody wants to hear you ramble for 20 minutes.
Just kidding... mostly. (Okay, not really.)
Overall, the 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony was entertaining. It was a spectacle.
It made us think. It made us question. It made us wonder if maybe we should start our own Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
With blackjack! And hookers! ...Wait, wrong reference.
But seriously, it was a night of music, memories, and maybe a few questionable decisions. But hey, that's rock and roll, right?
