It’s Time for Redbone to join the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
For over 50 years, Redbone has broken barriers, made history, and given the world unforgettable music. From “Come and Get Your Love” to socially powerful anthems like “We Were All Wounded at Wounded Knee,” their legacy is undeniable. It’s long overdue to honor their place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Pioneers. Legends. Voices for Change.
Chart-Topping Legacy:
“Come and Get Your Love” remains one of the most streamed songs of the 1970s, with new generations discovering it through Guardians of the Galaxy and viral moments online.
Cultural Impact:
Redbone was the first Native American rock band to break through globally, proudly bringing their heritage to the stage.
Voices of Conscience:
Songs like “We Were All Wounded at Wounded Knee” and “Message from a Drum” spoke truth to history and inspired pride in Indigenous communities.
Recognition:
Honored in the Native American Hall of Fame and featured by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian.
“Redbone kicked down the door and said, we’re proud to be Native. Check us out. We’re here. We’re alive, and we’re going to bring that great energy and that good medicine to the world.”
Did You Know?
Redbone means “a person of mixed heritage,” symbolizing their cultural pride.
They were trailblazers as the first Native American group to perform on major TV stages.
“Come and Get Your Love” has surpassed 700 million streams worldwide.
Their music blends swamp rock, funk, soul, and Native rhythms into a style all their own.
This campaign is powered by fans — just like you.
Here’s how you can help:
Sign & Share: Add your name to the petition calling for Redbone’s induction.
Spread the Word: Share on social media using #RedboneForTheHall.
Join the Movement: Post your favorite Redbone memory or cover a Redbone song to show support.
Endorsements & Recognition
Smithsonian Institute:
Honored by the National Museum of the American Indian for their trailblazing career.
Native American Hall of Fame:
Inducted for their musical and cultural impact.
Artists Influenced by Redbone:
From rock to hip hop, musicians worldwide have sampled, covered, and celebrated their work. This list includes Dr. Dre, 2Pac, Cyndi Lauper and Kanye West, and many others.
Timeline Highlights:
1970s: Redbone rises with multiple hits on U.S. and international charts.
1990s: Their influence resurges through new media and sampling.
2014: “Come and Get Your Love” hits a new generation via Guardians of the Galaxy.
Today: Their music remains timeless, streaming in the hundreds of millions.