Drake To Receive Songwriters Hall of Fame Award

"Drake shines as a talented songwriter with a unique vision," commented SHOF Chairman and legendary songwriter Jimmy Webb, "and we are pleased to honor him with the prestigious Hal David Starlight Award."

The Hal David Starlight Award, created in 2004, was renamed in honor of the former SHOF Chairman, Hal David, for his longtime support of young songwriters. Award recipients are gifted songwriters who are making a significant impact in the music industry via their original songs.

Drake joins the company of Rob Thomas, Alicia Keys, John Mayer, John Legend, John Rzeznik, Jason Mraz and Taylor Swift � the past recipients of the Hal David Starlight Award.

Inductees at this year's event include John Bettis, Garth Brooks, Leon Russell, Billy Steinberg & Tom Kelly and Allen Toussaint. The Johnny Mercer Award will be presented to Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil.