George Strait and Miranda Lambert Inducted Into Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame

The country music stars were honored for their songwriting contributions at a ceremony in Austin.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Country music icons George Strait and Miranda Lambert were officially inducted into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame this past Saturday during a ceremony at Austin's ACL Live at The Moody Center. They were recognized for their songwriting on hit tracks such as Strait's "Here for a Good Time," "Living for the Night," "Every Little Honky Tonk Bar," and "I Got a Car," as well as Lambert's "Tin Man," "Automatic," and "Bluebird."

Why it matters

The Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame honors the state's most influential and accomplished songwriters, celebrating the rich musical heritage and creative talent that has emerged from the Lone Star State. Induction into this prestigious institution is a major career milestone for Strait and Lambert, two of country music's biggest stars, further solidifying their legacies as not just acclaimed performers, but also as skilled and impactful songwriters.

The details

The induction ceremony took place at Austin's ACL Live at The Moody Center on February 21, 2026. In addition to Strait and Lambert, the 2026 class also included songwriter Don Cook and the late Keith Gattis. Strait was recognized for penning several of his own hit singles, while Lambert was honored for writing some of her biggest solo successes.

  • The induction ceremony took place on February 21, 2026.
  • George Strait and Miranda Lambert were officially inducted into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame.

The players

George Strait

A legendary country music singer-songwriter who has released dozens of hit singles and albums over his multi-decade career.

Miranda Lambert

A Grammy-winning country music artist known for her powerful vocals and acclaimed songwriting abilities.

Don Cook

A country music songwriter who was also inducted into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame alongside Strait and Lambert.

Keith Gattis

A late country music songwriter who was posthumously inducted into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame.

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What they’re saying

“Being inducted into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame is a tremendous honor. I'm grateful to be recognized for my songwriting alongside so many other talented artists from my home state.”

— George Strait (959theranch.com)

“Texas has always been the heart and soul of country music, so to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame here means the world to me. I'm humbled to join the ranks of the incredible songwriters who have come before me.”

— Miranda Lambert (959theranch.com)

What’s next

The Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame plans to host a public celebration and concert featuring the 2026 inductees later this year.

The takeaway

The induction of George Strait and Miranda Lambert into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame underscores the immense impact these two country music superstars have had not just as performers, but as skilled and influential songwriters who have helped shape the sound and legacy of Texas-born country music.