Founded in 1969, the Songwriters Hall of Fame honours those “whose work represents a spectrum of the most beloved songs from the world’s popular music songbook”.
It selects a small group of artists on an annual basis, and less than 500 people have been invited in over the last fifty years.
Announcing this year’s inductees, chairman and Chic frontman Nile Rodgers said this year’s line-up “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,” he added.
Also among the 2026 class is Christopher “Tricky” Stewart, who was behind Beyonce’s Single Ladies and Break My Soul, and Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of rock band Kiss.
Footloose singer-songwriter Kenny Loggins and Terry Britten and Graham Lyle, who wrote Tina Turner’s What’s Love Got To Do With It, have also been inducted.