Lady Gaga, Shakira, Jack White and Boy George lead the 2027 Songwriters Hall of Fame nominees
The Hall’s 26 nominees span pop, hip-hop, Latin, funk and rock, with voters choosing six inductees by Dec. 14.
- On Thursday, November 5, 2026, the Songwriters Hall of Fame announced its 2027 nominees, featuring Lady Gaga and Shakira alongside an eclectic mix of pop, hip-hop, Latin, funk, and rock innovators.
- Eligible voting members must submit ballots for up to three nominees in each category by midnight Eastern Standard Time on Dec. 14, with songwriters qualifying for induction 20 years after their first commercial release.
- Nominees include Kandi Burruss, recognized for TLC's "No Scrubs," and the production duo Stargate—Mikkel S. Eriksen and Tor Erik Hermansen—for their work on Rihanna's "Diamonds."
- Returning to the ballot this year are several songwriters seeking entry, including country songwriter Bob McDill, who has appeared six times in 15 years, and rock band America.
- The Hall will announce the final 2027 inductees in early 2027, joining an institution established in 1969 to honor those creating popular music.
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Lady Gaga was named as a nominee today for the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Her ultimate election is a surer thing than Tuesday’s Blue Wave! Ms. Germanotta now has a catalog swelling with hits like “Bad Romance,” “Poker Face,” “Shallow,” and last year’s blockbuster “Die with a Smile.” I’d say Abracadabra! She’s in! Others likely […]
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