Taylor Swift nominated for the Songwriters Hall of Fame 2026

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Taylor Swift has been nominated for the Songwriters Hall of Fame of the year 2026. Alongside her on the nomination list are LL Cool J, David Byrne, Sarah McLachlan, Pink, Kenny Loggins, and the KISS members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley. Songwriters are eligible for nomination 20 years after their first commercial release. Swift's debut single "Tim McGraw" was released in June 2006, making her eligible for the 2026 class. In 2010, Swift received the Hal David Starlight Award for young songwriters. She could become the first artist ever to receive both awards. At the 2026 ceremony in New York City, three songwriters per category will be inducted. Industry experts and artists vote on the induction. Other nominees include Charlotte Caffey, Kathy Valentine, and Jane Wiedlin of the Go-Go's, as well as Randy Bachman, Burton Cummings, and Dewey Bunnell. Swift's current album "The Life of a Showgirl," released on October 3, has already sold over 4 million copies.