Meet the 7 Women Who Have Been Selected for Both the Songwriters Hall of Fame & Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
The article highlights the seven women inducted into both the New York-based Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, with Taylor Swift becoming the newest member in 2026.
– Felice Bryant — co-wrote major Everly Brothers hits and “Rocky Top”.
– Dolly Parton — honoured for standards including “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You”.
– Loretta Lynn — recognised for her influential country songwriting.
– Cindy Walker — celebrated for a long catalogue of country standards.
– Kye Fleming — known for songs recorded by leading country artists.
– Matraca Berg — recognised for acclaimed country and pop songwriting.
– Taylor Swift — the 42nd person and seventh woman inducted into both institutions.
- Taylor Swift joins six women honoured by both songwriting halls.
- She is Nashville’s youngest-ever inductee.
- The list spans pioneering country and contemporary songwriters.