Mick Hucknall will receive the prestigious ASCAP Golden Note Award to mark Simply Red's 40th anniversary.

The If You Don't Know Me By Now hitmaker, 65, will follow in the footsteps of music legends such as Sir Elton John, Blondie, and Lionel Richie in being bestowed with the songwriting prize.

ASCAP Chairman of the Board and President Paul Williams said: ​"Mick Hucknall has made an indelible mark on a generation with his impassioned vocals and classic songwriting.

"His singular mix of soul, funk and pop sounds made him a master of blue-eyed soul. We are thrilled to present him with the ASCAP Golden Note Award."

Simply Red have amassed more than 60 million albums worldwide, five UK No.1 albums, and two billion streams worldwide.

Meanwhile, Messy hitmaker Lola Young, 24, will be honoured with the ASCAP Vanguard Award.

Williams added: "Lola Young has captured fans around the globe with her honest, humorous and provocative music.

"It is exciting to see the world recognise her talent and we know she will reach even greater heights with her career. We look forward to presenting her with the ASCAP Vanguard Award in recognition of her growing list of achievements."

The Londoner recently took home the Rising Star Award at the Ivors 2025.

ASCAP will celebrate its winning UK songwriters and composers for their work across music, TV and film at a private event on June 17, with Mick Hucknall and Lola Young in attendance. The night will also celebrate the UK writers of the 2025 Song of the Year, Top Streaming Song, Top Hot Dance / Electronic Song, Top Box Office Film of the Year and many more.