10 Greatest Male Songwriters of All Time

Paul McCartney: Undeniable contributions to popular music with classics like "Yesterday" and "Hey Jude."

Bob Dylan:  Prolific and profound, known for "Blowin' in the Wind" and "Like a Rolling Stone."

Smokey Robinson: Legendary hits with The Miracles and for other artists, including "My Girl."

John Lennon:  Part of The Beatles, wrote enduring songs like "Imagine" and "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds."

Stevie Wonder: Masterworks in the '70s, including "Innervisions" and "Songs in the Key of Life."

Robert Johnson:  Shaped classic rock with just 29 songs, influencing bands like Cream and The Rolling Stones.

Cole Porter:  Contributed to the Great American Songbook with hits like "Let's Do It."

Burt Bacharach:  Chart-topping hits through the '60s and '80s, shaping easy listening sound.

Johnny Cash:  Iconic figure in country music, known for songs like "I Walk the Line."

Elton John and Bernie Taupin (tie):  Co-wrote hits in the '70s and '80s, including "Rocket Man" and "I'm Still Standing."