Award-winning songwriter and music producer Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins of Pleasantville has been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, The organization, which was established in 1969, announced its Class of 2025 on Wednesday.

The 2025 inductees to the Songwriters Hall of Fame have been announced, honoring some of the most influential figures in music history. This year's class includes legendary acts such as The Doobie Brothers,

George Clinton and Rodney “Darkchild” Jenkins have been selected for induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, which celebrates accomplished artists, producers, and writers for their musical contributions.