Songwriters Hall of Fame

It was estimated that the music of prolific Charles Fox was heard by 300 million people each week as the composer, along with frequent collaborator, lyricist Norman Gimbel, of the themes of such 70’s hit TV shows as “Happy Days” (Our Dreams Come True), “Laverne & Shirley,” “Angie,” “The Love…

Al Green's extraordinary voice became known to the world through a string of legendary hits in the early 1970s, classics including "Tired of Being Alone," "Let's Stay Together," "I Can't Get Next to You," "I'm Still in Love With You," "Call Me," "Here I Am," "Let's Get Married" and "Love…

From their first hit in 1974, Daryl Hall and John Oates’ smooth, catchy take on Philly soul brought them enormous commercial success, including six #1 singles and 6 platinum albums. They are still considered the most successful rock duo of all time. Their songs were filled with strong hooks and…

Famed for his perennial 1971 #1 classic “American Pie,” an elegiac eight-and-a-half minute folk-pop epic inspired by the tragic death of Buddy Holly, singer/songwriter Don McLean rose to fame through the folks clubs of New York City during the 60's. His follow-up to “American Pie,” “Vincent” was also a smash…

A pivotal figure in Motown’s formative years, composer Barrett Strong was a key associate and friend of Berry Gordy. Norman Whitfield was one of the major architects of the Motown sound, almost from its inception as a national label. During the 60’s and 70’s, Strong and Whitfield collaborated on a…