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What happened in 2004 for Patti Smith?
On April 27, 2004, Patti Smith released Trampin’.
Was Trampin by Patti Smith an album?
Trampin' is the ninth studio album by Patti Smith, released April 27, 2004.
What were these songs called from Patti Smith's album, Trampin'?
Did Patti Smith release any other albums after Trampin?
A live album by Patti Smith and Kevin Shields, The Coral Sea was released in July 2008.
What did Smith Patti do in 2005?
In 2005, Patti Smith was named a Commander of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French Ministry of Culture.
Why was Patti Smith given Commander of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres?
In addition to Patti Smith's influence on rock music, the Minister also noted her appreciation of Arthur Rimbaud.
Are there any other interesting aspects about Patti Smith's Awards besides the Minister noting her appreciation of Arthur Rimbaud?
Patti Smith was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on March 12, 2007.

Question: Why was she inducted into the rock hall of fame?
Self-contained rewrite: Why was Patti Smith inducted into the Rock Hall of Fame?