On March 15, 2004, Prince walked into the Waldorf Astoria as an honoree — and walked out as the undisputed highlight of the entire ceremony. Inducted for his groundbreaking solo career, he performed a tight, explosive set with his Musicology‑era band. Hours later, he returned for the George Harrison tribute and delivered a guitar solo so transcendent it would become one of the most‑watched live moments in Rock Hall history.