The debut album of Jay-Z, Reasonable Doubt, will be inducted into the GRAMMY Hall of Fame, marking another milestone in the rapper’s legendary career. The Recording Academy announced the honor on February 13, 2025, recognizing the album’s lasting impact on music and culture. The official induction ceremony will take place on May 16 at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles.
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Each year, the Grammy Hall of Fame holds the distinction of highlighting albums and singles that have “qualitative or historical significance” and have been released for at least 25 years. Including Hov’s timeless drop, this year’s honorees include some heavy-hitters from all genres including Gloria Estefan, Linda Martell, Luther Vandross and more. Notably, Reasonable Doubt is the only hip-hop album to be included in the 2025 inductees.
“It’s a privilege to recognize these eclectic recordings as the 2025 Grammy Hall of Fame inductees,” Harvey Mason jr., CEO of the Recording Academy, says in a statement. “We’re excited to celebrate these impactful works, ensuring their legacies continue to inspire generations to come.”
Michael Sticka, President/CEO of the Grammy Museum, added, “The Grammy Hall Of Fame serves as a vital bridge between music’s past and present, honoring recordings that have left a lasting mark on our cultural landscape. We’re proud to preserve and share these influential works at the annual Grammy Hall Of Fame Gala this spring.”
