JAY-Z is set to be inducted into the prestigious Grammys Hall of Fame, thanks to the enduring impact of his groundbreaking debut album, Reasonable Doubt.
The Recording Academy revealed the latest group of honorees, which includes eight albums and five singles. JAY-Z, the sole hip-hop artist among the inductees, will join other music legends such as Luther Vandross, Santana, and Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine. The induction ceremony will take place during the Grammys Hall of Fame Gala in Los Angeles on May 16.
In a statement, Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. expressed, “It’s a privilege to recognize these eclectic recordings as the 2025 GRAMMY Hall of Fame inductees. Music has the unique power to shape culture and mark moments in time. Each inducted recording reflects that spirit, and we’re excited to celebrate these impactful works, ensuring their legacies continue to inspire generations to come.”
JAY-Z’s remarkable career is further distinguished by his 25 Grammy wins, making him the most decorated rapper in the history of the awards, surpassing Kanye West and Kendrick Lamar. Additionally, his wife, Beyoncé, holds the record for the most Grammy Awards ever, with 35.
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