Making history…again. Taylor Swift has been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, making her the current youngest member of the exclusive club and the second youngest to ever be inducted. The Songwriters Hall of Fame was founded in 1969 by Johnny Mercer, a songwriter and co-founder of Capitol Records, Abe Olman, a songwriter and director of ASCAP, and Howie Richmond, a publisher and music industry executive. According to the Hall of Fame, their mission is “to honor and preserve the contributions and legacies of songwriters of all genres of music, while continuing to cultivate and to encourage the growth of promising writers.” Over the years, the Hall has inducted legendary songwriters from all genres, including many in the country space like Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Merle Haggard, Garth Brooks, and inaugural members Hank Williams and Jimmie Rodgers. Last year’s class also included country hitmaker Ashley Gorley, who’s written hits for many “bro-country” artists like Florida Georgia Line, Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, and many others. And among the legends from other genres who have been recognized are greats like Billy Joel, Elton John, Mick Jagger, Don Henley and Tom Petty. This year’s class was unveiled on Wednesday, and includes Swift, Alanis Morissette, Kenny Loggins, Christopher “Tricky” Stewart, Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of KISS, Terry Britten & Graham Lyle, and Walter Afanasieff. Songwriters are eligible for the Hall of Fame 20 years after the first commercial release of a song, meaning 2026 is the first year Swift was eligible with the release of her debut single “Tim McGraw” coming in 2006, when she was only 16 years old. Since then she’s obviously gone on to sell billions of records, win 14 Grammy awards, and become one the best selling artists in history. At 36 years old, Swift becomes the youngest member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, as well as the second youngest ever inducted behind only Stevie Wonder, who was only 32 years old he was inducted in 1983 at the age of 32. (His first album The Jazz Soul of Little Stevie was released in 1962, when Stevie was only 12 years old). For consideration of her nomination, Swift submitted her singles “All Too Well (10 Minute Version),” “Blank Space,” “Anti-Hero,” “Love Story,” and “The Last Great American Dynasty.” Speaking on this year’s class, Songwriter Hall of Fame Chairman Nile Rodgers praised the wide variety of genres that are represented in their music: “The 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. 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’s 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.” A ceremony will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City to formally induct the 2026 class. (Sorry Swifties, it’s not open to the public).The post Taylor Swift Becomes The Second-Youngest Ever To Be Inducted Into Songwriters Hall Of Fame first appeared on Whiskey Riff.