Gershwin Prize

Elton John and Bernie Taupin: Gershwin Prize| Preview

Artists from across the musical spectrum will join the national library and U.S. leaders to honor the great songwriting duo of Elton John and Bernie Taupin, the 2024 recipients of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. The lineup includes Joni Mitchell, Garth Brooks, Brandi Carlile, Annie Lennox, Metallica, Maren Morris, Billy Porter, Charlie Puth and Jacob Lusk of Gabriels.

Elton John and Bernie Taupin: Gershwin Prize| Preview

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  • Joni Mitchell: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Joni Mitchell: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize

    S2023 E1 - 1h 24m

    After getting her start in coffee shops Joni Mitchell went on to set a new standard, marrying music and lyrics with such songs as “Both Sides, Now.” While her early material is often categorized as “folk,” she became a household name with music that defies categorization.

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    Lionel Richie: Gershwin Prize

    S2022 E1 - 55m 24s

    Enjoy an all-star tribute to Lionel Richie, the 2022 recipient of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, with performances by Lionel Richie, Garth Brooks, Gloria Estefan, Miguel, Boyz II Men, Luke Bryan, Andra Day, Chris Stapleton and Yolanda Adams — hosted by Anthony Anderson.

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