At their moment of induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on November 8 , 2025, Soundgarden delivered a speech that mattered just as much as their riff‑heavy legacy. Accepting the honor, Cameron declared:
“I accept this honour on behalf of the fans of our music — and also the misfits, loners, and introverts who found comfort and solace in the lyrics and music of my hero and bandmate, Chris Cornell. I love you, Chris.”
His words resonated through the room — not with bravado, but with quiet power. The band’s celebration wasn’t just about success or albums sold; it was a recognition of how music becomes sanctuary. Pressed by the legacy of Chris Cornell’s tragic passing in 2017, the night became less about accolades and more about love and remembrance.
Guitarist Kim Thayil chimed in during his speech, reflecting on Cornell’s fearless creativity:
“If one of us ever hesitated to share an idea, Chris would be the first to say, ‘Let’s just try it out and see.’ I miss him, I love him, and I love all my Soundgarden brothers.”
The performance preceding the speeches featured guest vocalists and collaborations across generations, bridging the gap between Seattle’s 1990s grunge and today’s rock stages. Yet in the end, the moment most people remember wasn’t guitar solos or flashing lights — it was Cameron’s tribute, simple and true, reaching out to every person who ever felt alone in a room of noise.
Soundgarden’s induction was historic. But their message was personal.
