After last week’s list of female artists who belong in the Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame, here is my list of male solo artists who are deserving of such recognition, too. Please note several of these artists are already inducted as a member of a duo or group. Those shown in bold are particularly worthy of inclusion. Keep in mind that an artist is not eligible until 25 years after the release of their debut album. Next week – bands and duos who belong in the Rock Hall of Fame.
- Bryan Adams
- Paul Anka
- Beck
- Harry Belafonte
- Glen Campbell
- Harry Chapin
- Chubby Checker
- Joe Cocker
- John Coltrane
- Jim Croce
- John Denver
- Fabian
- Peter Frampton
- Herbie Hancock
- Isaac Hayes
- Don Henley – in addition to being already inducted as a member of The Eagles
- Billy Idol
- Dr. John
- Tom Jones
- Ben E. King
- Gordon Lightfoot
- Kenny Loggins
- Johnny Mathis
- George Michael
- Eddie Money
- Willie Nelson
- Robert Palmer
- Gram Parsons
- Todd Rundgren
- Neil Sedaka
- Paul Simon – in addition to being already inducted as a member of Simon & Garfunkel
- Billy Squier
- Ringo Starr – in addition to being already inducted as a member of The Beatles
- Sting – in addition to being already inducted as a member of The Police
- Bobby Vinton
- Joe Walsh – in addition to being already inducted as a member of The Eagles
- Barry White
- Steve Winwood