Lionel Richie could soon be “Dancing on the Ceiling” at the Library of Congress — the singer has been named this year’s winner of its Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.
Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden revealed Richie as the recipient of the prestigious award in a Thursday morning announcement, saying in a statement that his music has “entertained and inspired us — and helped strengthen our global connections.”
“Lionel Richie’s unforgettable work has shown us that music can bring us together. Even when we face problems and disagree on issues, songs can show us what we have in common,” Hayden said.
