They don’t have to have #1s, but be definitely on the radar at large.
I still don’t get the Ramones. Another fringe element.
As for the rest, have at it. I’d only argue whether they truly deserve “HOF” recognition or just close.
Given some of what IS in the HOF, I’d say they all deserve it.
Linda Ronstadt, for example was an amazing talent and opened the door for female lead singers.