The Songwriters Hall of Fame has revealed its prestigious nominees for the 2025 induction ceremony, featuring an impressive lineup of musical legends and hitmakers.

Notable performing songwriter nominees include:

• Eminem (Lose Yourself, Stan)
• Janet Jackson (Black Cat, Rhythm Nation)
• N.W.A. (Straight Outta Compton, Express Yourself)
• Sheryl Crow (All I Wanna Do, Soak Up the Sun)
• Boy George (Karma Chameleon, Do You Really Want to Hurt Me)
• Bryan Adams (Everything I Do, Summer of '69)

Distinguished songwriter nominees include:

• Walter Afanasieff (All I Want for Christmas Is You, Hero)
• Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins (Say My Name, The Boy Is Mine)
• Ashley Gorley (Last Night, Play It Again)
• Mike Chapman (The Best, Love Is A Battlefield)

To qualify for induction, songwriters must have released their first significant commercial song at least 20 years ago. The induction ceremony will take place in New York City, celebrating these composers and lyricists who have significantly impacted popular music.

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