Overview
- Donald Glover delivered the induction at Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater, crediting the duo with helping make Atlanta a music hub and influencing his work as Childish Gambino.
- Big Boi led a medley of hits featuring Doja Cat, Tyler, the Creator, J.I.D., Janelle Monáe, Killer Mike, and Sleepy Brown, while André 3000 chose not to perform.
- In an emotional acceptance speech, André 3000 honored the Dungeon Family and the late producer Rico Wade, saying, “Great things start in little rooms.”
- The recognition came in OutKast’s first year on the Rock Hall ballot despite eligibility since 2019, reflecting a catalog that includes ATLiens, Aquemini, Stankonia, and Speakerboxxx/The Love Below.
- Reactions online were celebratory of the induction but mixed on the tribute performances, and the full 2025 ceremony is available to stream on Disney+.