Hall of Fame Inductee
Lionel Richie
Tuskegee University
About
Lionel Richie is a Tuskegee University graduate and songwriter whose work with the Commodores and as a solo artist produced some of the defining popular songs of the late twentieth century. After writing hits such as “Easy,” “Three Times a Lady,” and “Endless Love,” he launched a solo career that reached a worldwide audience.
Accomplishments
Co-lead singer and songwriter of the Commodores before a multi-platinum solo career.
Wrote or recorded chart-topping songs including “Lady,” “Truly,” and “All Night Long.”
Inducted into the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame in 1987.
Year of award
1987
Inducted into the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame — Arts & Entertainment.