212. Kid Rock

It took a long time for Kid Rock’s Beastie Boy inspired Rap Metal to make him a star but when he did he never looked back. Future efforts from the Michigan based white trash superstar showcased a lot more range than would have been originally suspected. Kid Rock would show that he could use Country and Classic Rock influences and still have the same swagger that made him a star.

All of that may be true but Kid Rock is a love or hate kind of act, and he does have his share of detractors, possibly more than enough to keep him out of Cleveland.

Should Kid Rock be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 54.5%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 8.2%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 3%

No opinion. - 0.7%

No way! - 32.8%

The Bullet Points

Eligible Since: Friday, 01 January 2016
Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Romeo, MI)
Why they will get in: Kid Rock has a very diverse discography, not many can say that.
Why they won't get in: He is not the most respected artist in the world.
Essential Albums: Devil Without A Cause (1998)
Cocky (2001)
Kid Rock (2003)
Rock n Roll Jesus (2007)
Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: Bawitiba (From Devil Without A Cause, 1998)
Cowboy (From Devil Without A Cause, 1998)
You Never Met A Motherfucker Quite Like Me (From Cocky, 2001)
Cadillac Pussy (From Rock n Roll Jesus, 2003)
Hillbilly Stomp (From Rock n Roll Jesus, 2003)