AceShowbiz - On October 19, the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio, turned into a hub of musical celebration. Star-studded performances and powerful speeches dominated the evening. Dua Lipa set the stage ablaze with an electric cover of Cher's iconic "Believe," later joined by Cher herself.

"It was easier getting divorced from two men than it was getting in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame," quipped 78-year-old Cher during her acceptance speech, underscoring the long, arduous journey to her Hall of Fame induction.

Zendaya Coleman, dressed in a tribute fashion to one of Cher's classic looks, presented the induction speech, highlighting Cher as the singular solo artist with No. 1 hits across seven decades. Cher's acceptance speech was a rallying call to women everywhere. "We've been down and out, and we keep striving, and we keep going, and we keep building, and we are somebody," she passionately declared.

Finally receiving her deserved place in the Hall of Fame, Cher couldn't help airing her grievance a bit. She said backstage after the ceremony, "I have a kind love hate relationship [with the Rock Hall], because I thought, 'What do I have to f**king do , y'know, to be inducted into this place? What do you have to do to be a part of it?' "

The ceremony did not stop at celebrating Cher. Other notable inductees included Mary J. Blige, Kool & The Gang, Dave Matthews Band, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Ozzy Osbourne, and A Tribe Called Quest. Each artist brought unique flavors to the mix, making the night's performances memorable. Demi Lovato, Chad Smith, Slash, and Kelly Clarkson teamed up to pay a rocking tribute to Foreigner.

Chuck D's poetic induction of Kool & The Gang reminded the audience of the group's longstanding influence in music, especially in the hip-hop community. He eloquently remarked, "Few artists have been sampled by hip-hop producers more than Kool & The Gang." This sentiment was echoed in a powerful performance by James "J.T." Taylor and Robert "Kool" Bell.

In an emotionally charged moment, Dave Chappelle inducted A Tribe Called Quest, sharing how their friendship and music have been a cornerstone in his life. The performance by Native Tongues, including Busta Rhymes and Queen Latifah, honored A Tribe Called Quest with soul-stirring renditions of "Scenario" and "Can I Kick It?".

The visual spectacle continued as Mary J. Blige performed her greatest hits in a dazzling ensemble, proving why she's hailed as the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul. Dr. Dre and Method Man's induction speeches for Blige were filled with admiration, highlighting her groundbreaking career and contribution to the music industry.

As a fitting conclusion to the night, the Dave Matthews Band delivered a high-energy performance after being warmly inducted by Julia Roberts, who humorously recounted a series of Google mishaps while searching for the band's history.

The event streamed live on Disney+ with an edited broadcast set for January 1, 2025, on ABC. This year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction not only honored past legends but also infused new life into the legacy of rock and roll.