IJR News - today's news from every sideLady Gaga, Shakira Lead 2027 Songwriters Hall Nominees — Nov 5, 2026Lady Gaga, Shakira, Ne-Yo, Pink, Jack White and other acclaimed writers are among 26 nominees for the Songwriters Hall of Fame’s 2027 class, with six induction spots available. The ballot spans pop, rock, hip-hop and other genres; voting closes Dec. 14, and inductees are expected to be announced in early 2027.
Tom Gallagher Jack White brings a needed rock edge to a list heavy on pop writers.Rachel Meyers injuries from a 5.7 shows how quickly things can go wrong even in a moderate quake. Shakira's 'Dai Dai' Hits 1 Billion YouTube Views — Sep 11, 2026Shakira's career spans intimate origins of songs like Pies Descalzos, Sueños Blancos, Inevitable, and Ciega, sordomuda to world-conquering World Cup anthems, highlighting improvisation, personal identity, and turning points such as the Bzrp Music Sessions Vol. 53. Her influence extends beyond music to a signature belly-dance aesthetic rooted in Lebanese and Caribbean influences, along with record-breaking milestones like Dai Dai reaching 1 billion YouTube views and high chart rankings, underscoring her status as a global Latin-pop icon through collaborations and cultural fusion.
