On November 8, 2025, Cyndi Lauper was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame during a ceremony at Los Angeles' Peacock Theater. (apnews.com) The event celebrated her influential career and enduring impact on the music industry.
Chappell Roan, an emerging pop artist, inducted Lauper, highlighting her courage and the permission her music gives others to be themselves. (pitchfork.com) Roan paid tribute by wearing a replica of the skirt from Lauper's "True Colors" music video. (nme.com)
Lauper's performance was a highlight of the evening. She began with a powerful rendition of "True Colors," transforming it into a defiant call for courage. (apnews.com) She then performed "Time After Time" alongside British singer Raye, and concluded with "Girls Just Want to Have Fun," joined by Avril Lavigne and Salt-N-Pepa. (pitchfork.com)
In her acceptance speech, Lauper expressed gratitude to the women who paved the way before her and emphasized the importance of supporting future generations. She stated, "I stand on the shoulders of the women who came before me, and my shoulders are broad enough to have the women who come after me stand on mine." (pitchfork.com)
The ceremony also honored other notable artists, including Outkast, The White Stripes, Soundgarden, Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, and Salt-N-Pepa, each recognized for their significant contributions to music. (apnews.com)