\t\t\t\t(top row, L to R): Walter Afanasieff | Terry Britten | Graham Lyle |\u00a0 Christopher “Tricky’ Stewart(bottom row, L to R): Alanis Morissette | Kenny Loggins |\u00a0 Paul Stanley | Gene Simmons |\u00a0 Taylor Swift<\/p>\n
Musical icons Walter Afanasieff; Terry Britten and Graham Lyle; Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of KISS; Kenny Loggins; Alanis Morissette; Christopher \u201cTricky\u201d Stewart; and Taylor Swift\u00a0will become the latest inductees of the Songwriters Hall of Fame at the organization\u2019s 2026 Induction and Awards Gala. These legendary songwriters are credited with mega-hits such as \u201cAll I Want For Christmas Is You,\u201d \u201cHand In My Pocket,\u201d \u201cRock and Roll All Nite,\u201d \u201cWhat\u2019s Love Got To Do With It,\u201d \u201cFootloose,\u201d \u201cSingle Ladies,\u201d and \u201cAll Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor\u2019s Version).\u201d<\/p>\n
The star-studded event is slated for Thursday, June 11th\u00a0at the Marriott Marquis Hotel\u00a0in New York City,\u00a0and will not be open to the general public. Additional special award honorees will be announced soon.<\/p>\n
SHOF Chairman\u00a0Nile Rodgers expressed, \u201cThe music industry is built upon the incredible talent of songwriters who create unforgettable songs. Without their artistry, there would be no recorded music, concert experiences, or engaged fans.\u00a0 Everything originates from the song and its creator. We take great pride in our ongoing commitment to recognizing some of the most culturally significant composers in history. This year\u2019s lineup not only showcases iconic songs but also celebrates unity across various genres. These songwriters have profoundly impacted the lives of billions of listeners worldwide, and it is our privilege to honor their contributions.\u201d<\/p>\n
Key songs in each 2026 inductees catalog include:<\/p>\n
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Walter Afanasieff<\/p>\n
* All I Want For Christmas Is You * My All * Hero * Love Will Survive * One Sweet Day *<\/p>\n
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Terry Britten and Graham Lyle<\/p>\n
* What\u2019s Love Got To Do With It * We Don\u2019t Need Another Hero * Typical Male * Devil Woman * I Should Have Known Better *<\/p>\n
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Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of KISS<\/p>\n
* Rock and Roll All Nite * I Love It Loud * Calling Dr. Love * Shout It Out Loud * Christine 16*<\/p>\n
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Kenny Loggins<\/p>\n
* Danny\u2019s Song * Footloose * Celebrate Me Home * Return to Pooh Corner * What A Fool Believes *<\/p>\n
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Alanis Morissette<\/p>\n
* You Oughta Know * Ironic * Hand in My Pocket * Thank U * Uninvited *<\/p>\n
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Christopher \u201cTricky\u201d Stewart<\/p>\n
* Umbrella * Single Ladies * Obsessed * Just Fine * Break My Soul *<\/p>\n
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Taylor Swift<\/p>\n
* All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor\u2019s Version) * Blank Space * Anti-Hero * Love Story * The Last Great American Dynasty *<\/p>\n
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