Taylor Swift Makes History as Youngest Woman Inducted Into Songwriters Hall of Fame at 36 – Check Full List of 2026 Inductees

The Songwriters Hall of Fame will induct Taylor Swift, Alanis Morissette, Kenny Loggins and Walter Afanasieff on June 11th, 2026. This daily tradition pays tribute to music creators whose harmonies and meaningful lyrics have made their mark on music history. Since 1969, SHOF has celebrated industry legends such as Elton John & Bernie Taupin, Bruce Springsteen, Carole King and Paul Simon. This class of 2026 clearly encompasses a well-considered blend of timeless hits in popular music.

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What is the Songwriters Hall of Fame

The Songwriters Hall of Fame honors writers whose writing has created a lasting impact both on records and in concert performance. Candidates are eligible for induction after twenty years of activity as a songwriter since the release of their first commercial recording. According to SHOF chair Nile Rodgers, “Without the artistry of songwriters, there would be no recorded music, no concert moments and no fans truly connected. Every note starts with the song and its creator.” It celebrates greatness across genres: from pop and rock to R&B, disco and country.

Taylor Swift Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame

At 36, Swift is one of the youngest writers inducted into SHOF. She joins the ranks of top creators who have influenced modern music with their words and beats. Her discography includes hits like All Too Well (10 Minute Version), Blank Space, Anti-Hero, Love Story and The Last Great American Dynasty. The SHOF praised her ability to thread deeply intimate, personal songs through globally resonating hooks that have reached millions across the world.

Full List: Songwriters Hall of Fame 2026 Nominees

• Taylor Swift
• LL Cool J
• Kenny Loggins
• Pink
• Sarah McLachlan
• David Byrne (Talking Heads)
• Charlotte Caffey, Kathy Valentine, Jane Wiedlin (The Go-Go’s)
• Randy Bachman, Burton Cummings (The Guess Who)
• Gerry Beckley, Dewey Bunnell (America)
• Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons (KISS)
• Richard Carpenter (The Carpenters)
• Harry Wayne Casey (KC and the Sunshine Band)
• Boz Scaggs
• Christopher “Tricky” Stewart
• Walter Afanasieff
• Pete Bellotte
• Andreas Carlsson
• Steve Kipner
• Patrick Leonard
• Terry Britten & Graham Lyle
• Kenny Nolan
• Martin Page
• Vini Poncia
• Tom Snow
• Larry Weiss

Key Songs in Each 2026 Inductee’s Catalog

• Taylor Swift: All Too Well (10 Min), Blank Space, Anti-Hero, Love Story, Last Great American Dynasty
• Alanis Morissette: You Oughta Know, Ironic, Hand in My Pocket, Thank U, Uninvited
• Walter Afanasieff: All I Want for Christmas Is You, My All, Hero, Love Will Survive, One Sweet Day
• Kenny Loggins: Danny’s Song, Footloose, Celebrate Me Home, Return to Pooh Corner, What a Fool Believes
• Terry Britten & Graham Lyle: What’s Love Got to Do With It, We Don’t Need Another Hero, Typical Male, Devil Woman, I Should Have Known Better
• Paul Stanley & Gene Simmons (KISS): Rock and Roll All Nite, I Love It Loud, Calling Dr. Love, Shout It Out Loud, Christine 16
• Christopher “Tricky” Stewart: Umbrella, Single Ladies, Obsessed, Just Fine, Break My Soul
• Alanis Morissette, Pink, Sarah McLachlan and others continue to contribute influential hits spanning decades.