Janet Jackson’s ‘Rhythm Nation 1814’ to be inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame

Janet Jackson's album is among the inductees of the 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame.

May 3, 2026 - 09:00
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Janet Jackson’s ‘Rhythm Nation 1814’ to be inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame

Singer, actress, and the youngest of the ten Jackson siblings, Janet Jackson, is expected to make an appearance as her album Rhythm Nation 1814 is inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame this week.

The 59-year-old released the highly successful album in 1989, her fourth studio album, to a great reception, as reflected by the over 12 million worldwide sales at the time.

Joining Jackson are Grammy Hall Of Fame honourees: Lucinda Williams’s Cars Wheels on a Gravel Road, Heart’s Dreamboat Annie, Alice Coltrane’s Journey in Satchidananda, Nick Drake’s Pink Moon, 2Pac’s All Eyez On Me, Radiohead’s OK Computer, Selena’s Amor Prohibido, Funkadelic’s Maggot Brain, Eric B & Rakim’s Paid In Full, Bertha “Chippie” Hill’s Trouble In Mind, Ella Jenkins’ You’ll Sing A Song And I’ll Sing A Song, The Rouse Brothers’ Orange Blossom Special, and The Soul Stirrers’ Jesus Gave Me Water.

Norah Jones is also set to receive the Ray Charles Architect of Sound Award at the gala.

“It’s a privilege to recognize these eclectic recordings as the 2026 Grammy Hall Of Fame inductees,” said Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy.

“Each selection reflects the creativity, craft, and cultural impact that recorded music can carry across decades. We’re honoured to help preserve these works and celebrate the artists and communities behind them, so their legacies continue to inspire generations to come.”

The gala, hosted by Anthony Mason, will take place on 8 May in Beverly Hills, California, reports Variety.

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